DIRECT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
$33,280–$34,320 year
On-site · Malone, New York, United States
Job Summary
Direct Support Assistant to assist Direct Support Professionals in engaging clients in leisure activities (art, music, TV), and help with light duties such as folding laundry and simple grooming. Responsibilities include facilitating recreation, maintaining a positive and respectful interaction with clients and staff, assisting with grooming (hair brushing, nail painting, hand lotion massages), helping with light laundry and housekeeping tasks, and delivering supplies to staff. Must follow hand-washing protocols, protect client confidentiality, and professionally represent Citizen Advocates, Inc. Hours are 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, Monday through Friday, in Malone, NY. Previous experience in client-facing roles or direct support is implied; education preferred is a high school diploma or GED.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to interact in a positive, friendly and respectful manner
- assist with recreation and light duties like laundry and housekeeping
- ability to follow hand washing protocols
- confidentiality
- professional representation of Citizen Advocates, Inc.
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