Direct Support Professional MVS-JLC
About The Position
A 19-year-old male in the Syracuse area is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist him with his communication skills via iPad, gestures and some sign language. He enjoys watching his neighborhood and late-night car rides to view the lights. He enjoys playing games on his iPad, watching movies, walks in his community and swimming. The ideal candidate should be creative, engaging, active and patient. The ideal candidate should be willing to help facilitate communication via iPad, sign language and gestures. The ideal candidate should be willing to provide personal care as using the restroom, dressing, brushing teeth and bathing. This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services at the agency.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to work independently in the person’s home and/or community.
- Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills.
- New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required.
- Acceptable driving record required.
- Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.
- Flexibility with assignments and schedule required.
- Reliable transportation to arrive to job site at scheduled time.
- Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community and abide by Indera's technology policy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
- Experience working with people with Developmental Disabilities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with communication skills via iPad, gestures, and sign language.
- Facilitate communication via iPad, sign language, and gestures.
- Provide personal care including using the restroom, dressing, brushing teeth, and bathing.
- Engage in activities such as playing games on iPad, watching movies, community walks, and swimming.
- Provide support to other individuals receiving services at the agency, if additional hours are available.
Benefits
- Starting pay is $19.25 for Community Hab and increases with years of relevant experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
