Direct Support Professional - Per Diem I

Lifetime Assistance • Rochester, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifetime Assistance is hiring a per diem Direct Support Professional to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Rochester, New York, at various locations. The role supports the organization’s mission to foster independence, dignity, and respect. A minimum of 16 hours every two weeks is required. Starting pay is $17.44 per hour for Day Services or $18.47 per hour for Residential services.

The Direct Support Professional provides personal care, helps individuals pursue their goals and build skills, and supports community inclusion. The employee follows individualized plans, documents services in the Electronic Health Record, maintains health and safety, communicates with individuals and their support networks, and may drive agency vehicles for transportation.

Lifetime Assistance offers paid training and coaching, education support, career-development opportunities, paid time off, and supportive scheduling. Training is provided for the required SCIP-R and First Aid/CPR certifications. Candidates must also pass required background checks and clearances.

Requirements

• Demonstrate compassion, patience, dependability, and respect for others.
• Follow individualized care plans and maintain required supervision levels.
• Have basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
• Demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Be flexible to work at various sites and shifts as needed.
• Be able to lift or move up to 35 pounds and perform physical care responsibilities.
• Maintain SCIP-R and First Aid/CPR certifications; training is provided.
• Pass required background checks and clearances, including SCR, fingerprinting, SEL, and MHL.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in human services or direct care.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful personal care, including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and meal support.
• Support individual goals, independence, and skill development while promoting community inclusion.
• Implement individualized plans, including IPOP, SAP, BSP, and PONS.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Ensure individuals’ health, safety, dignity, and well-being, and report concerns immediately.
• Communicate positively with individuals, families, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Drive agency vehicles to transport individuals to appointments, programs, or community outings.

Benefits

• No-premium health insurance.
• Tuition assistance, scholarships, micro-credential stipends, and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid onboarding, training, and coaching.
• Career advancement pathways, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Generous paid time off.
• Supportive scheduling.

What This Job Offers

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