Direct Support Professional - Niagara Falls - Part Time - Days
About The Position
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will enhance the quality of life of people with developmental disabilities by assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals living in agency residences so they can be as independent as possible. You will promote their health, safety, and well-being while building positive, meaningful relationships. The role includes advocating for individuals so they can communicate their wants and needs, and helping them participate in community recreation. You will also perform tasks that support a well-rounded living environment, including light housekeeping, helping individuals plan nutritious meals, and administering medications as needed. You will participate in regularly scheduled training to develop the skills and knowledge needed to support individuals effectively.
Requirements
- Ability to perform all job functions.
- Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Assist, instruct, and support residents with developmental disabilities to promote independence.
- Promote residents’ health, safety, and well-being and build positive, meaningful relationships.
- Advocate for residents’ ability to communicate their wants and needs.
- Help residents integrate into the community for recreation.
- Perform light housekeeping.
- Help residents plan nutritious meals.
- Administer medications as needed.
- Participate in regularly scheduled training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
