What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional Job # (CA-CA) position at Exceptional Family Resources?
JOB #CA-CA (Solvay)
A 24 year old male that lives in Solvay is looking for a Direct Support Professional to work 12 hours of respite support each week. His interests include watching cartoons, animated movies, toys, and going for walks when the weather is nice. The ideal candidate will need to be comfortable working with an individual in a wheelchair.
The ideal candidate needs to be reliable, comfortable with lifting/using a wheelchair, have experience with non-verbal individuals, and willing to provide personal care.
This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services at the agency.
Hours and days of work: Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm
Starting pay: Respite is $18/hour depending on experience.
Location: Solvay, NY
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to work independently in the person's home and/or community.
- Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills
- No experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
- New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.
- Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.
EOE
In efforts to continue to recruit and retain the best staff, Exceptional Family Resources is pleased to announce the 2024 Employee Retention Bonus. The bonus will be a payment equal to 3% of wages earned from 6/9/2024 to 11/9 /2024.
Background check, fingerprinting and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire by the non-profit agency.
Salary : $18 - $20
