Direct Support Professional - Residential Aide

Description

Direct Support Professional

Schedule: Full-time; all shifts available (including evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays as needed)
Wage: $20.00 – $21.75/hour
Location: Broome County

Benefits: Up to 33 days of PTO the first year, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more

Why Join ACHIEVE

At ACHIEVE, you’ll do more than just a job, you’ll build a meaningful career while making a real impact on your community. Join a mission-driven team where you can support individuals in achieving independence, develop valuable skills, and grow in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Direct Support Professional Key Responsibilities:

• The Direct Support Professional – Residential provides direct care, supervision, and support to individuals in a residential setting. This role focuses on helping residents develop independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) while ensuring their health, safety, and overall well-being. The position’s specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting
• Support development of independent living skills such as cooking, housekeeping, laundry, and shopping
• Support money management skills including budgeting and making appropriate purchases
• Administer medications and complete required documentation in accordance with agency policy
• Transport and accompany residents to medical appointments, recreational activities, and community outings
• Assist with daily household operations and maintain a clean, organized living environment
• Participate in assessments, service planning, and team meetings
• Communicate resident health, safety, and behavioral concerns to supervisors
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations, including Part 633 and Part 624
• Attend required training and meetings and stay up to date on communications
• Maintain reliable attendance and support staffing needs as required
• Perform any additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience working in human services or with individuals with functional differences preferred
• Valid NY State driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier
• Ability to lift and assist with up to 50 pounds, including transfers and physical support