Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Personal Care Home - Overnight Shift

Direct Support ProfessionalStarting rate now $20 per hour!* In addition, we offer Shift Differentials for Weekend, Med Cert, and Overnight Shifts!Racker is looking for motivated Direct Support Professionals to work in close collaboration with the Residential Leadership team in Owego, Apalachin, and Endicott!Our competitive benefits include a continuum of health care options for families and individuals, funding and time for continuing education, retirement investment with employer match, paid vacation for school holidays and breaks, paid sick time, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children/grandchildren of full time staff.Join our Residential Program to support individuals with developmental disabilities with their daily living activities, creating opportunities to be full and engaged members of their communities. Our Direct Support Professional staff work as part of a team in a group home setting, supporting residents with household tasks such as meal planning and preparation, laundry and light housework, as well as assisting with personal care as required. Those working fewer than 10 scheduled hours per week will earn $19.00 per hour.ResponsibilitiesAssist, guide, and support individuals in day-to-day activitiesHousehold maintenance and cleaning as assignedSupport individuals in developing relationships, establishing ties with their community, and working towards their goals and dreamsAccompany individuals to activities within their communityImplement Staff Action Plans (SAP's) and document daily, Support Plans, and Plans of Protective OversightAdminister medications and assist medical staff as neededCleaning and maintenance duties as assignedSupport and participate in an interdisciplinary team approachUse problem-solving techniques to resolve differences and come to conclusions with teamComplete required trainingsComplete necessary documentation as requiredComplete Event to Consider, Fall Bruise and Injury forms, and Antecedent, Behavior, Consequence formsUphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dressAssume responsibility for related duties as required or assignedQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED is required.Candidates must meet approved driver criteria in accordance with organizational policy.