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Self-Direction Specialist - Ithaca Area

$17 - $28 per hour

Unity House of Cayuga County

Job Description

Job Description

A career with a cause

At Unity House, we're dedicated to supporting people with disabilities. That's why we're dedicated to our employees. At Unity House, you'll empower people to learn, grow and thrive. In turn, Unity House will empower you with:

Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available
Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities

Our mission

To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment.

Our vision

All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community

Our values

Honesty, Integrity and Respect

Qualifications

As a Self-direction Specialist for Unity House, you will help people by assisting them to learn and develop daily living skills and habits; you will help them take care of their own personal needs; you will advocate for, encourage, guide and teach people to express personal choice. Self-direction Specialists ensure community integration, health and safety and a comfortable home environment. The supports and services you will provide depend on the specific abilities of the person being served, and the nature of the setting where the activities are taking place.

Must be 18yrs or older, have a minimum of a GED, and valid/acceptable driver's license.

The self direction specialist works in accordance with service plans and individual interests of the people they support. The position is co-managed by the service recipient and their family along with the employing agency. The position includes community inclusion, completing daily living skills and working towards the individual gaining independence. All shifts available, schedule may vary depending on individuals interest. Hourly Rate: $17 - $28.

Office for People with developmental disabilities (OPWDD) provides a unique program called Self Direction where individuals can hire their own staff to work with them in the community. For more information about Self Direction, please go to website and click on Self Direction.

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