Direct Support Professional SE-NP

Exceptional Family Resources•Syracuse, NY

8d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

Indera is seeking a 1:1 Part-Time Support Staff member to assist a 13-year-old non-verbal male student after school and potentially during school breaks. The student enjoys trains, dinosaurs, baseball, outdoor walks, Beaver Lake, learning about counties, the Titanic, and reading. The ideal candidate will be creative, engaging, active, patient, willing to discover and participate in new activities with the student, assist with snack/meal preparation, and work on communication skills. This is a part-time role with potential for additional hours supporting other individuals served by the agency. Indera is committed to promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for those they serve and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

Assist a 13-year-old non-verbal male student after school and during school breaks.
Engage the student in activities he enjoys, such as trains, dinosaurs, baseball, outdoor walks, Beaver Lake, learning about counties, the Titanic, and reading.
Discover and participate in new, interesting activities with the student.
Prepare snacks and/or meals.
Work on the student's communication skills.