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Living Resources Direct Support Professional - All Programs in Capital Region, New York
Direct Support Professional - All Programs
Capital Region (Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady counties), NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Cohoes+NY+USA+12047)
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description
Living Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.
Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.
Our Values: Inclusive, Change Embracer or Innovator, Mentor, Personal growth, Self-determination and Teamwork/Collaboration
We are looking for people who are:
Compassionate while caring/supporting others
Kind hearted
Patient
Team Player
Adaptable with changing work days
Reliable and attentive
Eager to learn and grow
Would you enjoy working in an organization that encourages your personal development? How would you like the flexibility to create the work-life balance you desire?
These are just some of the things Living Resources can offer you!
To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities and special needs the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally.Ask our 150+ employees who have been here more than 10 years!
We understand that working one-on-one with people who have disabilities, helping them in all aspects of daily life, takes a special person - someone who's dedicated, caring, patient and compassionate. Our employees find a sense of purpose in their work, knowing they're providing peace of mind to families.
Living Resources is seeking Direct Support Professionals for ourAlbany, Rensselaer, Schenectady & Saratoga County Group Homes, Day Programs and Community Settings.
Our Direct Support Professionals support individuals in ourGroup Homeswith their daily activities, including personal care. Direct Support Professionals work closely with the individuals we support to help them achieve personal goals that allow them to live as independently as possible.
Schedule: Full-time/Part-time/Light Part-time, Various days of the week - Day, Evening and Awake/overnight shifts
Pay: $16-$18/hour ( $1/hour pay differential on the weekends)
OurDay Community Opportunity Programshave DSP opportunities currently.Do you want to have fun with our individuals who are independent within the community? We love to help them reach their goals by participating within the community, as well as volunteering to reach their short and long term goals.
Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday - 8am - 4pm
Pay: $16/hour
OurSite Base Day Habilitation Programsare seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals at our on-site day program settings. Educational and fun activities are done on-site and off-site in the community.
Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday - 7:30am - 3:30pm
Pay: $16.50/hour
Through ourCommunity Habilitation Program, the Community Habilitation Instructor provides supports as specified in the Life Plan and Staff Action Plan to people with developmental disabilities living either at home with family, in a residential setting, or independently in the community.
Schedule: Part-time preferred/can build caseload up to Full-time hours, Various days of the week - Day, Afternoon & Evenings shifts
Pay: $15 - $16/hour
Requirements
We would like to speak with those that are:
Passionate about making a difference
At least 18 years of age
Have flexibility to work varying hours and to support other locations
Have a Valid NYS Driver's license
As a Living Resources employee, you can expect:
Pay rates up to $18/hour!
Paid Training
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Comprehensive Benefits package including Health( we cover 100% of deductible costs for Health Insurance), Dental & Vision insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Programs
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Growth and advancement opportunities within the agency
Salary Description
$15.50 - $18/hour