Direct Support Professional - Syracuse
Advocates is seeking a compassionate and experienced DSP to provide one-on-one support to an outgoing gentleman with a developmental disability. This position focuses on delivering Community Habilitation services that empower and encourage personal growth, independence, and meaningful connections.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support the development of daily living skills (ADLs) to foster greater independence.
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Promote active participation in community life through recreational and social activities.
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Encourage and support the formation of meaningful relationships with peers and community members.
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Assist in working toward and achieving personal goals.
If you're enthusiastic about making a positive impact and enjoy supporting others in living full, inclusive lives, we’d love to hear from you!
Available Shifts (can be flexible):
This is a part-time position for 12 hours a week supporting this individual. Schedule [days and times] is semi-flexible. Two days a week during the mornings/afternoons for 12 hours a week with this individual. Along with flexibility on the weekends for additional hours. Additional staffing opportunities for a Part-time or Full-time positions may also be available within the agency.
Pay Rate: $21.71 per hour when providing direct support. The hourly rate for indirect/training is $16 per hour.
Location: Syracuse, NY
In addition to the hourly wage, Advocates provides the following benefits to its employees:
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Mileage (reimbursed at the IRS standard mileage reimbursement rate when providing transportation to the individual)
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Life and Long-Term Disability insurance at no cost to the employee
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Health, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance
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Employee Assistance Program
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401k with up to a 2% match
Candidates must possess a keen sense of attention to detail, especially when electronically logging each day’s time, mileage, and service documentation. Internet access and a valid email address are required.
Reliable transportation is required. Background check, fingerprinting, and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire by non-profit agency.
Advocates is a leading human services organization with over 1,300 dedicated team members serving people throughout Central New York. Advocates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requisition ID# 50619