Direct Support Professional (Job # JO-DE)

Company: Exceptional Family Resources
Location: Syracuse
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

1:1 Part-time Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) Support Staff Need - (JOB # JO-DE)Exceptional Family Resources is currently seeking a Spanish Speaking bilingual Direct Support Professional to work with a young woman in the Syracuse Area. This position will require a support staff to assist this young woman in developing positive communication skills within all aspects of her life. Any potential DSP will assist with developing independent living skills and exploring recreational activities of interest. This young woman is very enthusiastic about her services, learning new skills, and exploring her community. This young woman also takes pride in contributing to her family life by keeping a clean home and cooking meals for her and her family to enjoy. A typical day would include going out into the community to discover new activities of interest and then returning home to complete household chores and cook a simple meal. Any potential staff should be comfortable working in a home that has pets. This specific position is a combination of Community Habilitation and Respite services, any candidate should be receptive to supporting this individual through both services.This is a part-time position but additional hours are available with other people receiving services
at the agency.Starting pay: Starting pay is $17/hour (Community Habilitation) and increases with years of relevant experience. Starting rate is $15/hour (Respite) and increases with relevant years of relevant experience.Schedule: Monday through Friday 12:00pm - 4:00pmLocation: Syracuse, NYQualifications:

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• Must be at least 18 years old.
  
• Ability to work independently in the person's home and/or community.
  
• Reliable with effective communication and organizational skills.
  
• No experience required but experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
  
• New York State Driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance is required; acceptable driving record required.
  
• Must have technology available to download multiple apps for use in the community.
  All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, fingerprinting, and DMV record check completed by Exceptional Family Resources (EFR).EOEEFR is a qualified employer in the New York State Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus (HWB) Program. Employees who meet the minimum required hours may be eligible for up to two bonuses, with a total maximum payout of $3000. For more information on the Program, including eligibility requirements, please complete an application to EFR or visit The NYS Department of Health website at: Health Care Worker Bonus Program (ny.gov)

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