Direct Support Professional - Otsego Region
$41,600–$45,760 year
On-siteOneonta, New York, United States or Cooperstown, New York, United States
Job Summary
Provide assistance to people receiving services across educational, residential, and community environments. Support activities of daily living including personal care while promoting choice and independence. Demonstrate compliance with all policies and state regulations to ensure safe program operation. Perform physical interventions and drive Springbrook vehicles as required. Lift 50 lbs independently and assist with weights exceeding 50 lbs. Maintain professional verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. Work flexible schedules including mandatory overtime, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Earn $20.00–$22.00 per hour with a $1,500 sign-on bonus.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mandatory overtime as necessary, and overnights
- Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs
- Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required
- Valid Driver's License
- Be able to perform all physical interventions
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with people with developmental disabilities
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