Direct Support Professional - OMH - Full Time - Evenings
Intandem
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- Pay
- $17
- an hour
- Location
- Olean, NY
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time, Temporary
- Posted
- Oct 14
- 6 days ago
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About the company
Intandem
Non-profit organization management · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Support people with mental health needs to live as independently as possible, promoting their health, safety and well-being.
- Advocate for individuals, support community recreation, assist with meals and housekeeping, and administer medications as needed.
What you need
- Ability to perform all job functions.
- A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy are preferred.
- Education: a high school diploma
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JOB TITLE
: Direct Support Professional
CLASSIFICATION:
F
ull
Time, Non-Exempt
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT:
Residential, OMH
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Residential Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you get to e
nhance quality of life for people with mental health needs by assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals living in our residences to be as independent as possible. Promote the health, safety and well-being of the individuals while building positive, meaningful relationships. Advocate for individuals in our residences to communicate their wants/needs and integrate them into the community for recreation. Perform various tasks to promote a well-rounded environment by doing light housekeeping, helping individuals plan nutritious meals, and administering medications as needed. Participate in regularly scheduled trainings to enhance skills and knowledge to continue to support the individuals in the best way possible.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
Ability to perform all job functions
Preferred
Education, Training & Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff
SALARY:
$17 per hour starting rate