About this role
Per Diem Direct Support Professional - Residential
Flat rate: $19.65/hr
Per diem hours differ from Part time; they are flexible and may vary from site to site .
These trainings are required: SCIP; CPR/1st Aid & Choking.
Although we provide the needed trainings and pay you, these trainings may not be held on the weekends and you may need to make yourself available M-F in order to meet this requirement.
Locations hiring: Schenectady/West Sand Lake/Albany/Latham
Education / Experience/ Skills
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Working knowledge of Word Processing software and familiarity with Computer & Internet applications.
- Flexibility & commitment, and solid communication skill
Preferred
- Experience working with people with disabilities
Who we are
Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for staff to build a long-term relationship with the individuals we support.
Successful candidates will be have the ability to interact with our individuals in a positive encouraging way, demonstrate a professional demeanor, patience, empathy and possess a strong desire to help others.
Other Expectations:
- To be there for the individuals & encourage growth and recognize the autonomy of those receiving support
- To stay active with Wildwood staff are required to work at least 2 shifts a month.
- To date with all online and in person certifications required by the program.; Overdue trainings will place you in suspension
- To support our mission to assist individual in leading self-directed lives and to foster a spirit of partnership with the individuals, other professionals, and the community
- To show up; & be prompt for all scheduled shifts.
Qualifications
Additional Requirements:
- A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
- May need daily access to a vehicle based on program needs.
- It is required by all staff to be able to lift at least 50 lbs on their own with no accommodation.
Annual Recurring Trainings
- Corporate Compliance
- Performance Evaluation (completed by the employees supervisor)
- Abuse Prevention/Incident Reporting Refresher
- Fire Safety & Emergency Procedures
- Harassment Prevention in the Workplace
- BBP & TB Overview
- SCIP-R - this certification must be current and be taken within 1 Year. Best practice is that all taff take this every 10-11 months.
- CPR/FA/AED - this certification must be taken every 2 years. Best practice is that all staff take this every 22-23 months.