What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Direct Support Professional Residential position at Wildwood Programs?
Description
Direct Support Professional - Per Diem
Salary: $19.10hr
Per diem hours differ from Part time; they are flexible and may vary from site to site.
These trainings are required: SCIP; CPR/1st Aid & Choking.
Please note that although we provide them and pay you, these trainings
may not be held on the weekends and you may need to make yourself available M-F in order to meet this requirement.
Locations hiring: Schenectady/West Sand Lake/Albany/Latham
Required
Education / Experience/ Skils
Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for staff to build a long-term relationship with the individuals we support.
Successful candidates will be have the ability to interact with our individuals in a positive encouraging way, demonstrate a professional demeanor, patience, empathy and possess a strong desire to help others.
Other Expectations
Additional Requirements:
Direct Support Professional - Per Diem
Salary: $19.10hr
Per diem hours differ from Part time; they are flexible and may vary from site to site.
These trainings are required: SCIP; CPR/1st Aid & Choking.
Please note that although we provide them and pay you, these trainings
may not be held on the weekends and you may need to make yourself available M-F in order to meet this requirement.
Locations hiring: Schenectady/West Sand Lake/Albany/Latham
Required
Education / Experience/ Skils
- High School Diploma or GED
- Working knowledge of Word Processing software and familiarity with Computer & Internet applications.
- Flexibility & commitment, and solid communication skills.
- Experience working with people with disabilities
Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for staff to build a long-term relationship with the individuals we support.
Successful candidates will be have the ability to interact with our individuals in a positive encouraging way, demonstrate a professional demeanor, patience, empathy and possess a strong desire to help others.
Other Expectations
- Promote Physical and Emotional Well-Being: Commit to promote the emotional, physical, and personal well-being of the individual supported. Encourage growth and recognize the autonomy of those receiving support while being attentive and energetic in reducing the risk of harm
- Integrity and Responsibility: Support the mission and vitality of the profession to assist individual in leading self-directed lives and to foster a spirit of partnership with the individuals, other professionals, and the community
- Confidentiality: Safeguard and respect the confidentiality and privacy of individuals
- Justice, Fairness and Equity: Affirm the human rights as well as the civil rights and responsibilities of individuals. Promote and practice justice, fairness, and equity for all
- Respect: Respect the human dignity and uniqueness of individuals. Recognize each individual as valuable and promote their value, interests and needs
- Self-Determination: Assist individuals to direct the course of their own lives
- Advocacy: Advocate with individuals for justice, inclusion, and full community participation
Additional Requirements:
- A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
- May need daily access to a vehicle based on program needs.
Salary : $19
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