EasterSeals New York in Rochester, NY is calling all compassionate individuals to apply to join our human services team as a part-time Direct Support Professional / Caregiving Attendant!

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

We are an established nonprofit that serves our community. We pay our part-time Direct Support Professionals / Caregiving Attendants a competitive wage per diem $20/hr. Our team also enjoys great benefits. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention, please continue reading!

ABOUT EASTERSEALS NEW YORK

Easterseals New York operates programs that enable those with special needs to achieve equality, dignity, and independence in their own communities. It provides exceptional services to ensure all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities. We change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day.

Our mission is to spread help, hope, and answers. To achieve this, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

Ask yourself: Do you have a positive attitude? Are you patient, empathetic, and a great listener? Can you maintain harmonious relationships with your clients and coworkers? Do you aspire to make a difference in your community? If so, please consider applying for this human services position today!

YOUR LIFE AS A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL / CAREGIVING ATTENDANT

This part-time position works per diem, or as needed.

As a Direct Support Professional / Caregiving Attendant, you assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their community and residential homes. Your schedule is per diem, meaning you work as needed. You provide direct supervision in many areas, such as housekeeping, meal preparation, attending appointments, and attending social activities. Depending on the needs of the resident and in accordance with the treatment plan, you may also administer medications, implement a behavioral management plan, and maintain medical records.

Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you provide support for our clients with their day-to-day schedules. You are always careful to model appropriate social skills and behaviors. With attention to detail, you keep accurate and up-to-date records. You find it very rewarding to help these wonderful individuals, which is why you're perfect for this human services position!

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Commitment to providing high-quality services to individuals with disabilities in the community and residential settings
• Ability to become medication certified (AMAP)
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Valid driver's license
• Covid-19 vaccination

Two years of work experience is preferred. If you can meet these requirements and perform this part-time job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our human services team!

Location: 14617