• On-Call Direct Support Professional - Renaissance…

    The Arc Mid-Hudson (Kingston, NY)


    On-Call Direct Support Professional - Renaissance Day Habilitation

     

    Overview

    Requisition Number:

    885

    Date Posted:

    12/1/2024

    Location:

    Pecora Center

    City:

    Kingston

    Category:

    Direct Support

    Description

    The Direct Support Professional provides support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a day habilitation setting and within the community.

     

    The Renaissance Program, located in Kingston, is an intensive, life skills training program that supports people with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a supportive learning environment. People supported in the Renaissance program love to spend time away from the day habilitation setting, taking daily trips to museums, libraries, shopping, walking trails, and swimming, as well as ample opportunities for volunteering within the community. Each activity provides an exciting possibility to learn a new skill. If you are patient, a dedicated team player, and wish to enrich the lives of others, Renaissance is a wonderful employment option for you.

     

    A high school diploma or GED is desired. Post-high-school education in Human Services is a definite plus. An acceptable NYS driver's license and basic computer knowledge are a must. An informative, paid new hire orientation is provided in a comfortable learning environment. Training will also include Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration certification.

     

    HOURS: On-Call/as needed/Monday through Friday/8:30 am to 4:30 pm

     

    STARTING SALARY: $ 17.51 to $ 19.27 per hour

    Minimum Requirements

    + High School Diploma or GED is preferred

    + Acceptable NYS Driver's License

    + Computer skills