Direct Support Professional

STEPS-Clarence 9535 Clarence Center Road Clarence Center, NY 14032, USA STEPS-Clarence 9535 Clarence Center Road Clarence Center, NY 14032, USA Locations Showing 1 location STEPS-East Amherst 5623 Transit Rd East Amherst, NY 14051, USA STEPS-East Amherst 5623 Transit Rd East Amherst, NY 14051, USA STEPS-Clarence 9535 Clarence Center Road Clarence Center, NY 14032, USA STEPS-Clarence 9535 Clarence Center Road Clarence Center, NY 14032, USA Rate : $23.52 USD per hour Other Direct Care Staff Full-Time Requisition #: DIREC004214 Description Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day Position: Direct Support Professional Pay: $23.52/hour Location: Clarence or East Amherst, NY Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 40 hours/week The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team. Why Work With Us? Paid program breaks (up to 5 weeks per year!) Up to 15 days of paid time off 14–16 paid holidays annually Potential for annual raises and profit sharing Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year) Employee Assistance Program: Free mental health counseling Free childcare referrals Access to legal services Your Impact as a Direct Support Professional: The Direct Support Professional supports adults with developmental disabilities in a community-based day program, providing recreation, life skills training, and promoting independence. This role offers a collaborative team environment and active community engagement. Follows through on any behavior management program as established for individuals. Completes and maintains accurate documentation relating to the various services provided to our individuals and the progress they have established. Communicates individual needs to Family Support Services Family Support Coordinator. Must be able to work flexible hours, on occasion to accommodate recreation outing and activities. Attend staff meetings and in-service training programs. Complies with agency incident reporting policies and procedures. Maintains confidentiality of individual information in accordance with the requirements of NYS Mental Hygiene law and the Agency’s HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent 1 year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities Dayhab experience preferred

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A valid NYS Driver’s License and agency approval of driving record according to agency’s Policy and Procedures At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference. Skills Behaviors Preferred Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Required High School Equivalency or better. Experience Required 1 year: Experience with the developmentally delayed population Licenses & Certifications Required Driver's License Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Summit Center