Direct Support Professional Residential - Schenectady /Niskayuna

Direct Support Professional: Residential - Schenectady /Niskayuna

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Pay Range: $19.45-$25.05/hr based on verifiable direct care experience

(This range reflects 20 years of experience)

Schenectady: shifts

Thursday 9am-9pm; Friday 9am-9pm and Saturday 9am-9pm (36 hours) NOT FT but is benefit eligible

Wednesday 12pm to Thursday 12pm (includes asleep overnight) Friday 3pm to Saturday 9pm (includes asleep overnight) this is a FT position ; 40 hours at pay rate and overnights at asleep rate)

Sunday 9am - 9pm; Monday 12pm - Tuesday 12pm back on Tuesday 3pm - 9pm; Weds 12pm-5pm

Who we are:
Wildwood Programs is a provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.

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Who we are looking for:
We are looking for caring, compassionate Direct Support Professionals to work full time in a Residential setting.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Successful candidates will:

be positive and encouraging with those they support.

be professional

have patience and a positive attitude

have a strong desire to help others

enjoy teamwork

What does a Direct Support Professional do in a residential setting?

Help the people who live there by assisting them in activities, like:

Cooking

Doing laundry

Running errands

Teach people with disabilities how to do things on their own

Job duties may include:

Taking individuals to appointments and activities

Writing notes as needed.

Helping individuals with tasks like cooking, cleaning, showering, toileting, shopping, and managing money

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