What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Camphill Hudson?
Camphill Hudson is actively seeking caring individuals for the position of per diem Direct Support Professional.
Direct Support Professionals are important members of Camphill Hudson, a community which works to build healthy social relationships in an environment dedicated to personal and social healing. DSPs support individuals to pursue goals & dreams and to co-create healthy, therapeutic environments. You might coordinate outings for hikes or swims, provide insight into building friendships, support a trip to the grocery store, plan meals, or support in any number of other dynamic ways. The co-creating of healthy, active lives in this role can and does prompt your own inner self development.
Important for this Role:
- Show professionalism, respect and kindness to others.
- Evenings and/or Weekends required (we're looking for people able and willing to work 15-20 hours per week regularly. Our support shifts are generally 4pm-8pm on weeknights and 9am-9pm (or 11am-7pm, 9am-3pm, or 3pm-9pm) on Saturdays & Sundays.
- Punctuality and flexibility
- Interest in being part of a community that is committed to practices of inclusion and kindness.
Qualifications
- Must be creative, curious, and enthusiastic, highly motivated and have a positive attitude.
- Must be familiar with, or willing to become knowledgeable about the rights of people with disabilities to choice and self-determination.
- Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record and reliable transportation.
- Must be eligible to obtain CPR and basic First Aid training.
*If you feel like you’d be great for this role but have some hesitation about any of the above qualifications, please still apply and share in your cover letter – we’d love to have a conversation with you*
Camphill Hudson is part of the worldwide Camphill movement, a global movement of intentional communities designed to meet the needs of children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities through a combination of lifesharing, the arts and community building. To learn more about Camphill Hudson, visit camphillhudson.org
- If you are interested in this position please send a cover letter and resume to DSP@camphillhudson.org. *
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Evening shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18