Job Description

FULL TIME AND PART TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS WORKING IN A DAY PROGRAM SETTING. 

APPLY ON-LINE:  HTTP://CPROCHESTER.ORG/EMPLOYMENT.ASP

If you want to make a difference in the lives of others - we want YOU to join our team of caring professionals as a DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL!  As part of our team you will have the personal rewards of making a difference in the lives of adults and their families.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

In A DAY HAB DIRECT SUPPORT position you will support adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities by:

1.       Teaching independent living skills

2.       Providing direct personal care for adult participants of our Day Program. This care may include, but is not limited to: personal hygiene, behavioral monitoring, recreational activities, meal preparation, and community integration.

3.       Completing documentation as required by and in coordination with regulations and agency policies and procedures.

4.       Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

5.       Accompanies individuals to off-site locations/activities, helping them to access and utilize community resources (i.e. shopping, recreation, entertainment, etc).

6.      Acts as a role model for program participants by interacting with others in a professional and respectful manner

HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT:

·       FT - 7 hours per day Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00 am-4:00 pm

·       PT - 5 hours per day Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:30 am-3:00 pm

PAY RATE:  $11.25 AND UP BASED ON SIMILAR PAST WORK EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

·         High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a human service field preferred.

·         Experience working with people with developmental disabilities strongly preferred.

·         Valid and clean New York State Driver’s License.

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

·         Ability to become CPR and first aid certified and successfully complete required training courses.

·         Physical Requirements include: sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, pulling and pushing wheelchairs and adaptive equipment, carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, crawling, color determination, visual acuity, speaking clearly, listening to spoken communication, sense of taste and smell.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with an outstanding reputation in employee relations and a flexible and friendly environment!

APPLY ON-LINE:  HTTP://CPROCHESTER.ORG/EMPLOYMENT.ASP

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PLAN including but not limited to:

·         Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance (Full time only)

·         4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)

·         8 Paid Holidays

·         Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) (Full time only)

·         Matching 403B Retirement Plan

·         Additional Insurance Offerings - Specified Disease Insurance w/ Cancer Rider,  Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection

·         Employer paid Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

·         Tuition Reimbursement

We envision a community where people of all abilities lead rewarding lives. Meaningful partnerships are nurtured to ensure all doors are open and opportunities are available for everyone.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CP ROCHESTER:  WWW.CPROCHESTER.ORG