Direct Support Professional - Webster - FT, Evenings

Lifetime Assistance • Webster, NY

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifetime Assistance is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional for Residential Services in Webster, New York. The role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering independence, dignity, respect, and community participation. The position is 32 hours per week, with shifts Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The starting wage is $21.55 per hour, with an additional $0.75 weekend shift differential. The position reports to the Residential Manager.

The Direct Support Professional provides personal care and assistance with daily living, supports individuals in developing independence and social skills, helps maintain their health and safety, and implements and documents individualized service plans. The role may include administering medication if certified, driving agency vehicles for transportation, and completing required training and professional development. No prior experience is required; candidates should be dependable, caring, trustworthy, and able to follow individualized plans and safety protocols.

Lifetime Assistance describes a mission-driven, inclusive and supportive workplace focused on helping individuals live with independence and purpose. Benefits and support mentioned include a $1,000 welcome bonus, no-premium health insurance, education assistance and scholarships, paid training and coaching, career advancement opportunities, generous paid time off, and supportive scheduling.

Requirements

• No prior experience is required.
• Meet Lifetime Assistance’s Vehicle Operator requirements, except for overnight or relief shifts.
• Hold First Aid/CPR, SCIP-R, and Medication Administration certifications, or be able to obtain them.
• Pass required background checks and clearances, including SCR, Fingerprinting, SEL, and MHL.
• Follow individualized plans and safety protocols.
• Have basic computer literacy for documentation in the Electronic Health Record.
• Have clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• Be dependable, friendly, caring, and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, dressing, meals, and household tasks such as thorough cleaning.
• Support individuals in developing independence, self-help, and social skills.
• Promote the health, safety, and well-being of individuals, including administering medication if certified.
• Implement individualized service plans and daily supports, and document progress.
• Encourage community integration and participation in social and recreational activities.
• Drive agency vehicles for transportation as needed.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with individuals, families, and colleagues.
• Complete required training, certifications, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

• $1,000 welcome bonus for eligible Direct Support Professionals.
• No-premium health insurance.
• Tuition assistance and scholarships, including 50% off tuition for two courses per semester and scholarships of up to $3,000 per semester.
• Micro-credential stipends of up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid onboarding, training, and coaching.
• Career advancement pathways and leadership training.
• Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.

What This Job Offers

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