Direct Support Professional, Day Habilitation Without Walls

Direct Support Professional, Day Hab Without Walls Reports to: Networks Program Manager Location: Chittenango, NY Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30a-4:30p Pay: $20.01 - $23.03 Hourly The people we care for come from all walks of life, and so do we. We strive to diversify our workforce, not because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our agency stronger!

About Us

With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement.

Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive employee to provide person centered services and support to assist individuals in achieving independence while maintaining their health and safety.

Responsibilities include

Supporting participants with activities of daily living (ADL) Implementing participants behavior guidelines and goals as written in Staff Action Plan Monitoring health and safety, building advocacy, decision making, and community connections Teaching participants skills to promote independence Requirements Education/Experience: High school diploma/GED and experience working with people with disabilities preferred.

Basic word processing and e-mail skills are required. Conditions of Employment Must possess a valid driver’s license and transportation necessary to meet program needs. Must be able to lift 75 pounds.

Benefits

Did you know that AccessCNY offers great health, dental and vision insurance for employees working 30 hours or more weekly? Additionally, we provide a 401(k) match upon hire, PTO, and 11 paid holidays.