Arise - Direct Support Professional

ARISE- Direct Support Professional

1:1 Part-Time Support Staff Needed – Area NY (MD-NO)

A 61 year old female in the Syracuse area is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist her with household tasks, money management, and help with her chosen activities in the community.

She enjoys spending most of her time out in the community, She enjoys going to bowling, getting lunch with friends and seasonal events. She likes to play card games, crafts, visit the YMCA, and hanging out with her friends.

The ideal candidate is creative and engaging, patient and willing to travel to different locations. The ideal candidate must be willing to assist with household tasks such as cleaning, laundry and organizing pre-prepared meals. The ideal candidate must be organized and able to assist with budgeting/money management. The ideal candidate should be okay with sitting for some periods and willing to go swimming, and ability to help look for local free events.

This is a part-time position, but additional hours are available with other people receiving services at the agency.

Hours and days of work: 9am-2pm, Saturday and Sundays. This is a fill in position until April.

Starting pay: Starting pay is $18.50/hour and increases with years of relevant experience.

Location: Syracuse, 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

Background check, fingerprinting and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire by the non-profit agency.