Direct Support Professional WRF-HB (61669)
About The Position
A 19-year-old female in Syracuse, NY is looking for a mentor to help her explore her community and improve her safety and independent living skills. The individual is quiet, shy, and struggles to express her needs and wants. She enjoys going to local parks, the mall, and movies. The ideal candidate will be creative, engaging, patient, and a good communicator, with the ability to build a trusting and positive relationship with the individual and her mother. This is a part-time position, with potential for additional hours with other individuals receiving services at the agency.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community
- Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills
- New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required
- Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community
- 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 ARISE/EFR'S technology policy
Nice To Haves
- No experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred
- Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred
Responsibilities
- Mentor to help explore community
- Improve safety and independent living skills
- Build a trusting and positive relationship with the individual and her mother
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
