Direct Support Professional II- Residential

Center for Disability Services•Cohoes, NY

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Disability Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional II for Residential Services at multiple locations throughout the Capital Region. The role supports people with disabilities in residential programs by promoting independence, honoring individual choices and dignity, and helping each person work toward the goals in their personalized care plan. Compensation is commensurate with experience, residential program acuity, shift differentials, and completion of additional trainings. A New York State driver's license is required.

Requirements

New York State driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of related experience preferred.
Evening and overnight availability is a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a member of the person's planning, implementation, and interdisciplinary teams.
Assist, promote, and provide independence in the daily treatment, care, and services of the people supported.
Respect each person's choices, lifestyle, dignity, and right to take informed risks.
Help implement personalized habilitation services outlined in each person's personalized care plan.
Assist people in acquiring skills, including basic activities of daily living, self-care, and household management.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options, including full-time, part-time, and per diem/relief opportunities in a 24/7 environment.
No-cost and low-cost health insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Generous paid time off.
Dental and vision insurance.
Employee referral programs.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
Eight company-paid holidays.
Retirement matching.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Early access to pay with RAIN.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).