• Direct Support Professional (CFTSS) - (Binghamton,…

    Elmcrest Children's Center (Binghamton, NY)


    Direct Support Professional (CFTSS) - (Binghamton, Cortland, Norwich, Ithaca)

    Job Details

    Level

     

    Undisclosed

     

    Job Location

     

    Binghamton Office - Binghamton, NY

     

    Secondary Job Location(s)

     

    Undisclosed

     

    Remote Type

    N/A

    Position Type

    Full-Time/Part-Time

    Education Level

    4 Year Degree

     

    Salary Range

     

    $22.00 - $24.00 Hourly

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    Road Warrior

     

    Job Shift

     

    Day/Evening

     

    Job Category

     

    Undisclosed

    Description

    The primary responsibility of a Direct Support Professional is supporting individuals with mental health needs to pursue individualized goals in a variety of services. This position is community based by nature and involves the transportation of youth in and around their communities.

    Responsibilities:

    + Assisting in creating a safe and secure environment;

    + Transporting/accompanying individuals to places within the community; and/or telehealth services as regulations allow;

    + Contributing ideas for improving the experiences of individuals in the program, including planning appropriate activities;

    + Being flexible around the needs of the child and/or family;

    + Completing daily documentation of services provided;

    + Working collaboratively with family members and other professionals involved in the individual’s care; and

    + Maintaining compliance with all required training.

    + Other Duties as Assigned: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    Qualifications

    All applicants must have one of the following:

    • A Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience

    • A Master’s degree

    All applicants must have the following:

    • Flexibility in scheduling including evening and/or weekend hours.

    • Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with reliable transportation.

    • Excellent communication skills, including: oral, listening, written, and inter-personal.

    • Effective problem-solving skills.

    • Self-confidence and an ability to work with children and young adults with a variety of needs.

    • Exceptional customer service and collaboration skills.

    • Computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Outlook.

    • Compliance with required background checks, including fingerprinting and drug testing.

    • Successful completion of all mandatory training.