Direct Support Professional (IRA) - OVERNIGHT SHIFT - SIGN ON BONUS
UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION OF THE NORTH COUNTRY · NY, US
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About the Role
Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country is seeking compassionate, dependable individuals to join our Residential Services team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). DSPs support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in home settings by providing encouragement, personal care, supervision, skill-building, and community involvement to help individuals live safe, meaningful, and independent lives.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals with daily living activities, personal care, and routines
- Assist with meals, housekeeping, medication administration, and maintaining a safe home environment
- Encourage participation in community, recreational, educational, and social activities
- Transport and accompany individuals to appointments and activities as needed
- Complete documentation and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
- Provide emotional support, encouragement, advocacy, and positive relationship-building
- Work flexible schedules that may include evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage when needed
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or DSP certification required
- Valid NYS Driver’s License with at least two years of driving experience required
- Reliable transportation required
- Ability to lift, assist, and support individuals as needed
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication, reliability, and professionalism
- Must successfully complete required Agency and OPWDD trainings
Skills
- Communication
- Reliability
- Professionalism
Location
- Pleasant Valley
Work Type
- Full-time
- Overnights
Experience Level
- No prior experience required
Education Level
- High School Diploma
- GED
- DSP certification
Salary/Compensations
- $18.90/hour
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid vacation
- Sick time
- Personal time
- Holiday time
- Educational opportunities
- Professional development opportunities
About the Company
- Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country provides paid orientation and training, including Medication Certification training.
- Employees may also have opportunities to earn free college credits, nationally recognized DSP certifications, and additional professional development through SUNY and OPWDD-supported programs.
- Join a team that makes a meaningful difference every day in the lives of people in our community.