Direct Support Professional MH-GT
About The Position
Indera is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide community habilitation services in the Minoa, New York area to a creative 9-year-old boy. The role involves supporting his independence and quality of life. The individual enjoys music, dinosaurs, reading books, learning materials, making crafts, going for walks, visiting the library, and using an iPad to communicate. Staff should be dependable, compassionate, attentive to his needs, enjoy interacting with children with disabilities, and take a proactive approach to helping him. The position is scheduled 2–3 days per week from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay starts at $28.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable transportation to arrive at the job site on time.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Effective communication and organizational skills.
- Flexibility with assignments and schedule.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by Indera's technology policy.
- Background check, fingerprinting, and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience is a plus but not necessary.
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide community habilitation services to a child with disabilities.
- Proactively support the child and attend to his needs.
- Participate in activities the child enjoys, such as music, reading, crafts, walks, and library visits.
- Use technology available to download multiple apps for community use and follow Indera’s technology policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
