Direct Support Professional ES-BP (60782)

ARISE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICE INC•Village of North Syracuse, NY

11d•$26 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

ARISE is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional in the Village of North Syracuse. The individual is a 47-year-old that values his independence and his relationships. He enjoys being outside, working in his garden, going for walks, being a caregiver to his live-in partner and likes to cook. He is looking for a knowledgeable and experienced staff that has worked in areas of TBI and Mental Health. Staff that are reliable, compassionate, energetic and can be a good role model. Some responsibilities include assisting him with Independent Living Skills like housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, taking him to medical appointments and other activities in the community. Work on Healthy and Effective Communication Skills and to improve his time management. Staff must be comfortable around a dog and someone that smokes.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license
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

Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred
Experience in areas of TBI and Mental Health
Staff that are reliable, compassionate, energetic and can be a good role model
Comfortable around a dog and someone that smokes

Responsibilities

Assisting with Independent Living Skills like housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping
Taking him to medical appointments and other activities in the community
Work on Healthy and Effective Communication Skills
Improve his time management