Senior Direct Support Professional

Company: Community Options, Inc.
Location: Binghamton
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

We are looking for a *Senior Direct Support Professional in Binghamton, NY* to use best practices within a community-based residential setting to teach individuals with disabilities how to acquire the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social skills needed to live as independently as possible.We are currently offering a $500 Sign-on bonus for Full-Time and Part-time new hires!*Requirements: ** High School Diploma/GED.* Minimum 1 year of experience in the role of Direct Support Professional or related field.* Valid Driver's License.* Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with a person receiving supports.*Responsibilities: ** Assist individuals with daily living skills and the development of independent community skills.* Accurately complete all in-house documentation and maintain case notes.* Assist in the development of a weekly schedule for each consumer to maximize their time spent in the community.* Complete training with individuals towards achieving Individual Habilitation Plan (IHP) goals.* Administer medication(s), while monitoring and documenting the health and medical needs of the individuals.* Accompany individual to and from appointments and activities.* Maintain inventory and ensures adequate supply of groceries and household items.* May oversee consumer funds.* May act as supervisor in the absence of the Manager.* May serve as train-the-trainer for various individual specifics training.*Competitive Benefits: ** Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)* Paid Holidays-Including a Birthday Holiday* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)* Employee Incentive & Discount Programs*403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match* Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities*Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 10 states.*\ _Community Options is anEqual Opportunity Employer\ _M/F/D/V#IND-STJob Type: Full-timeEducation:* High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:* Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location: Multiple Locations

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