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We have a tremendous opportunity for Direct Support Professional’s at our Fairport NY location.

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you would be responsible for assisting in the care and treatment of individuals supported by our programs and Agency. You will help to establish a safe physical and emotional environment and are instrumental in assisting with the development of life and social skills for those in our care that reside in our OPWDD Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) settings.

Responsibilities:

• Participate within designated treatment teams to develop service and behavior management plans and, as appropriate, based on skills and experience, execute plans aimed to assist individuals and their families in achieving their personal goals and objectives.
• Manage activities within an individual or group dynamic, assure the safety of the individuals assigned, and apply appropriate emergency and crisis intervention principles and techniques.
• Proactively maintain current knowledge of the individual’s emotional/behavior status, assess the effectiveness of service plans, and support interactions with family and the local community.
• Continually demonstrate the emotional competence and good judgment required to build productive relationships with the individuals and their families, while implementing required rules and routines.
• Ensure the safety of assigned individuals and be thoroughly aware of all procedures relating to emergencies.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Full time 40 hours
• Must have a clean valid driver’s license and meet agency driving standards

Hillside is committed to equal opportunities for all, supporting a diverse workforce, creating great opportunities for our Agency, our people, and to those whom we serve. We offer a competitive benefits package to include very generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Plan, just to name a few of the amazing benefits at Hillside! You’ll be working with great people and great clientele where you can truly make a difference. Apply online, get on board, and grow your career with us. You’ll be so glad you did!

EOE/AA Disability/Veteran

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $21.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Mentoring: 3 years (Required)
• Behavior management: 3 years (Required)
• youth development: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Valid driver’s license (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fairport, NY 14450 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fairport, NY 14450: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person