What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at The Summit Center?
Schedule: 40 hour work weeks (8:00am-4:00pm)
Pay rate: $19
Paid for holidays and break weeks: (14-17 days of paid holidays and paid for program break weeks per calendar year)
Paid time off: 15 days per year
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: A Direct Support Professional must be able to consistently and successfully perform all essential functions of the position.
Provides training in activities of community recreation and leisure, money management, personal responsibility, personal care needs and social interaction.
- Follows through on any behavior management program as established for individuals.
- Completes and maintains accurate documentation relating to the various services provided to our individuals and the progress they have established.
- Communicates individual needs to Family Support Services Family Support Coordinator.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, on occasion to accommodate recreation outing and activities.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service training programs.
- Complies with agency incident reporting policies and procedures.
- Maintains confidentiality of individual information in accordance with the requirements of NYS Mental Hygiene law and the Agency’s HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures
- Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor.
Salary : $19