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Maryhaven

Direct Support Professional (Mon-Fri)

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What they do

A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.

$36,653 / year median in New York

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Monday - Friday (8am- 330pm)
Full Time and Per Diem Hours Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year working with developmentally disabled people. High School Diploma/GED required Valid NYS driver's license within agency criteria.
Benefits for employees:
Excellent benefits package for regular employees working minimum 30 hours per week including medical/dental/vision coverage/403B Extensive holiday and vacation time Tuition reimbursement offered after 6 months of employment for up to $5000 per year for future courses within accepted degree.
Job Summary:
Promotes a warm nurturing environment in which to live while supervising each resident in the development of social, recreation, ADL and independent living skills and overall community integration.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Ensures residents are appropriately supervised.
  • Communicates resident needs to immediate supervisor.
  • Communicates maintenance/household needs to immediate supervisor.
  • Implements individual's program plan and schedule as specified and accurately completes corresponding data.
  • Maintains working knowledge of resident and house issues on an ongoing basis.
  • Ensures appropriate sanitary practices are followed (i.e., disinfects bathrooms, tubs).
  • Monitors compliance with individual dietary regime incorporating resident choice.
  • Leads and participates in recreational activities, community outings and activities of daily living. Assists in developing recreation schedule.
  • Transports residents, and other driving as requested by immediate supervisor.
  • Completes necessary documentation in a timely fashion (data sheets, log entries, etc.).
  • Follows agency and program policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Note:
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or requirements. The employer reserves the right to make changes to the job description as needed.
Pay:
$20.00 - $21.75 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health and Wellness Programs