Direct Support Professional - Fulton

ADVOCATES INCORPORATED • City of Fulton, NY

12d • $16 - $25

About The Position

Advocates is seeking a compassionate and experienced Direct Support Professional to provide one-on-one Community Habilitation services to an outgoing young man with a developmental disability in Fulton, New York. The role supports personal growth, independence, and meaningful connections, helping the individual live a full and inclusive life.

The schedule is flexible, with shifts available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Direct support is paid at $25 per hour; indirect and training time is paid at $16 per hour. Mileage is reimbursed at $0.76 per mile when providing transportation to the individual.

The role requires careful electronic documentation of time, mileage, and services, as well as internet access, a valid email address, and reliable transportation. Background, fingerprinting, and driving-record checks will be conducted before hire. The position requires a commitment to person-centered services, self-advocacy, and the right of the people served to direct their own supports and services. The individual in this role does not set the staff salary in this service model; the Mentor is paid at the provider’s service rate based on the individual’s assessed behavioral, communication, and physical support needs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid email address and internet access.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance if required for the assigned job.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must demonstrate sound decision-making skills.
• Must demonstrate understanding of the Agency mission and a belief in person-centered services, self-advocacy, and the right and ability of people served to self-direct their supports and services.
• Must demonstrate patience and compassion.
• Must be able to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence and write correspondence.
• Must have basic reasoning skills, including the ability to analyze and problem solve.
• Must be able to tolerate a moderate noise level and handle distractions in the work environment.
• Must be able to perform physical aspects of the job, including sitting, standing, using hands to reach, walking, pushing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Background, fingerprinting, and DMV record checks are required before hire.

Nice To Haves

• GED or high school diploma preferred.
• Applicable job experience preferred.
• Previous experience working one-on-one in a related service environment preferred.
• Knowledge of disability-related issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of daily living skills (ADLs) to foster greater independence.
• Promote active participation in community life through recreational and social activities.
• Encourage and support the formation of meaningful relationships with peers and community members.
• Assist the individual in working toward and achieving personal goals.
• Electronically document time, mileage, and services each day.
• Provide transportation to the individual when required.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile when providing transportation to the individual.
• Life and long-term disability insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) with 2% match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED