Self-Hired Staff - Respite

Empowering People's Independence•Geneva, NY

About The Position

Assist individuals with brain injury, intellectual disabilities, and other neurological disabilities in achieving a challenging, stimulating, dignified life by serving as an advocate and liaison for and on behalf of individuals’ rights and benefits. The role provides supervision, training, and assistance with activities of daily living, including self-care, social, recreation, community, and domestic skills. The current assignment is to mentor an energetic 7-year-old boy, serve as a positive role model, help him explore his community, and support his participation in activities of interest. The position is located in Geneva, NY, and is per diem for 0–19.9 hours, typically 1–2 days per week after school, with potential weekend work as needed. Pay is $18–$20 per hour.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Be at least 18 years old.
Maintain a valid New York State driver’s license; a vehicle is required to perform the job.
Be able to lift, transfer, and move at least 50 pounds.
Complete all required trainings within 90 days of hire and maintain current certifications for required trainings.
Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
Applicants cannot have the same address as the person supported.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the human service field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision, training, and assistance with activities of daily living, including self-care, social, recreation, community, and domestic skills.
Advocate and serve as a liaison for individuals’ rights and benefits.
Mentor an energetic 7-year-old boy and serve as a positive role model.
Help the child explore the community and participate in activities of interest.