Direct Support Professional BH-AS

Exceptional Family Resources • Syracuse, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Indera we envision a world where disability never limits opportunity, and every community is built for everyone. Indera is dedicated to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for the individuals we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities, and are committed to providing the support, accommodations, and resources needed to help every employee achieve their personal and professional goals. We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic Direct Support Professional to support a 35-year-old individual in the Syracuse area. This role focuses on independent living skills, volunteering in the community and participating in hobby, club, or class of interest. This individual enjoys going to the food pantry on Tuesdays and Thursdays, she also enjoys doing girly things, like getting nails done. This ideal candidate likes to go into the community to shop and get nails done. This ideal candidate should be willing to take this individual into the community to explore her hobbies and interests. This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services at the agency.

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Effective communication and organizational skills required.
• Flexibility with assignments and schedule required.
• Reliable transportation to arrive to job site at scheduled time.
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by Indera's technology policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support a 35-year-old individual in the Syracuse area.
• Focus on independent living skills.
• Assist with volunteering in the community.
• Facilitate participation in hobbies, clubs, or classes of interest.
• Accompany the individual to the food pantry.
• Accompany the individual for activities like getting nails done.
• Take the individual into the community to explore her hobbies and interests.
• Provide support to other people receiving services at the agency (additional hours available).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed