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About the Role

Join Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country's Day and Community Habilitation team as a Direct Support Professional. This role provides hands-on support to empower independence, build daily living skills, and foster meaningful community connections for adults with developmental disabilities. If you are compassionate, dependable, and committed to inclusion, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the health, safety, and overall well-being of individuals.
Providing attentive, compassionate care and supervision.
Promoting self-advocacy by supporting individuals in evaluating choices, solving problems, and developing coping skills.
Recognizing and appropriately responding to medical, behavioral, or safety concerns.
Promoting community participation and inclusion.
Accompanying and supporting individuals in accessing social, educational, vocational, and recreational opportunities.
Teaching skills that encourage independence, such as navigating transportation, using community resources, and interacting with others.
Fostering community connections that increase belonging and reduce barriers to participation.
Supporting the development of positive personal relationships.
Guiding and encouraging individuals in maintaining respectful, supportive relationships with peers, family members, and community partners.
Modeling effective communication, cooperation, and conflict resolution strategies.
Providing coaching that builds confidence in social interactions.
Actively collaborating and communicating with team members.
Participating fully in staff meetings, contributing observations, feedback, and recommendations.
Partnering with colleagues to share best practices and create innovative, person-centered approaches.
Demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and alignment with organizational values.
Teaching and reinforcing daily living and self-care skills.
Assisting individuals in areas such as personal hygiene, nutrition, budgeting, and home management.
Teaching skills that enhance independence and long-term quality of life.
Encouraging healthy habits that promote overall wellness and self-sufficiency.
Ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
Completing timely, thorough documentation of services, progress, and outcomes.
Preparing notes for billing and program reporting.
Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to professional standards.
Providing safe and reliable transportation.
Transporting individuals to scheduled activities, appointments, and community events.
Ensuring that all transportation practices meet safety standards and support individual needs.
Assisting individuals in developing travel skills to increase independence.
Engaging with families and advocates.
Communicating regularly and respectfully with families, advocates, and other support networks.
Sharing progress, concerns, and successes to promote continuity of care.
Collaborating with natural supports to advance person-centered goals.
Demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to individual needs.
Working a varied schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Adjusting supports to meet changing circumstances and priorities.
Remaining adaptable and proactive in addressing challenges.
Providing additional program and agency support.
Carrying out other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Contributing to a positive, respectful, and mission-driven workplace culture.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Successful completion of the Agency orientation and training program.
NYS Driver’s License with two years of driving experience required.
Acceptable motor vehicle abstract to meet Agency insurability standards.
Reliable personal vehicle for business use.
Ability to frequently lift 25 – 50 lbs., and transfer and support individuals with and without help.
Physical strength to safely respond should a behavioral crisis occur.
Ability to operate personal and Agency vehicles.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
Some exposure to infectious diseases, hygiene issues, food, and other odors.
Able to tolerate atmospheric conditions when performing regular outdoor seasonal activities.
Ability to operate mechanical devices used by individuals.

Skills

Compassion
Dependability
Commitment to inclusion
Collaboration
Advocacy
Teaching
Communication
Cooperation
Conflict resolution
Professionalism
Accountability
Flexibility
Responsiveness

Location

North Country

Work Type

Full-time
Non-Exempt
Eligible for overtime

Experience Level

Two years of driving experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

$18.90 per hour to start
Biweekly pay
Sign-on bonus available for eligible new hires

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Term Life/AD&D insurance
Long-term disability
Short-term disability
401(k)
Other elective programs
Generous time off
Vacation time
Personal time
Sick time
Paid holidays

About the Company

Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country's Day and Community Habilitation team helps adults with developmental disabilities live full, self-directed lives.
We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.
We offer a workplace culture of dedication to serving our local community.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.