Direct Support Professional - Olean - Full Time- Various

Job title

• Direct
• Support
• Professional
• Classification:
• Full or
• 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: Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays Be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff

SALARY

$16.96 per hour starting rate ($16.96 between the hours of 6AM-4PM; $17.96 between the hours of 4PM-6AM) Additional earnings available based on shift worked and successful completion of medication certification. A profession with purpose PSA Days, Evenings and Nights available 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.