Direct Support Professional - Hilton, NY - Full-Time, Evenings

Lifetime Assistance • Hilton, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifetime Assistance is seeking a Direct Support Professional for their Residential Services department in Hilton, NY. This role is crucial in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to foster independence, dignity, and respect. The position involves providing personal care, assisting with daily living activities, supporting skill development, ensuring health and safety, implementing service plans, encouraging community integration, driving agency vehicles, and maintaining professional communication. The job offers a mission-driven work environment focused on empowering individuals and making a significant community impact.

Requirements

• Must meet Lifetime Assistance’s Vehicle Operator requirements (except overnight/relief shifts).
• First Aid/CPR, SCIP-R, and Medication Administration certification (or ability to obtain).
• Must pass all required background checks and clearances (e.g., SCR, Fingerprinting, SEL, MHL).
• Ability to follow individualized plans and safety protocols.
• Basic computer literacy for documentation in the Electronic Health Record.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability.
• Dependable, friendly, caring, and trustworthy.

Nice To Haves

• No prior experience required

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.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals, including medication administration (if certified).
• Implement and document progress on individualized service plans and daily supports.
• 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
• No-Premium Health Insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Scholarships (50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester)
• Micro-credential stipends up to $750
• SUNY partnerships
• Paid Training & Coaching
• Career Growth opportunities
• Generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

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