Job detail

Direct Support Professional - Niagara Falls - Full Time - Evenings

Dayforce

#Patient Advocacy #Medication Administration #Developmental Disabilities #Direct Support Professional #Healthcare Support #Community Integration #DSP #OPWDD

Quick overview

Provide direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence, health, and safety within residential settings. Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting with daily living tasks, and facilitating community integration.

Requirements summary

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid New York State driver's license. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, is required.

high schoolHousekeepingAdvocacyMedication AdministrationRelationship BuildingPatient CareCrisis InterventionCommunity IntegrationMeal Planning

Job description

Job title

Direct
Support
Professional
Classification:
Full/Part
Time,
Non-Exempt
Program/Department:
Residential,
OPWDD
Immediate
SUPERVISOR: Residential Manager

Position Summary

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you get to enhance quality of life for people with developmental disabilities by assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals living in our residences to be as independent as possible. Promote the health, safety and well-being of the individuals while building positive, meaningful relationships. Advocate for individuals in our residences to communicate their wants/needs, and integrate them into the community for recreation. Perform various tasks to promote a well-rounded environment by doing light housekeeping, helping individuals plan nutritious meals, and administering medications as needed. Participate in regularly scheduled trainings to enhance skills and knowledge to continue to support the individuals in the best way possible.

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Training & Experience: Ability to perform all job functions Preferred Education, Training & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays Be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff

SALARY

$17.49 per hour starting rate A profession with purpose PSA Full

Job Description: Available Upon Request

Benefits

– Intandem Contact us for more Information An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.