Direct Support Professional - Solvay
ADVOCATES INCORPORATED · Solvay, NY - Solvay , NY
Are you looking for a rewarding way to make a difference while making a living?
Advocates is seeking a creative and compassionate Mentor (DSP/1:1 Support Staff) to work with a gifted young man with a developmental disability. In this critical role, you will help him develop key independent living skills, strengthen positive communication and social interaction skills, and assist him in participating in social, recreational, and community-based activities. This individual is seeking a mentor who is accepting, respectful, and supportive of LGBTQ+ individuals. The ideal mentor will provide a nonjudgmental environment where he feels comfortable being himself while helping him develop meaningful friendships and healthy social connections.
The mentor will also support him in learning appropriate social boundaries, developing positive communication skills, and building confidence when interacting with peers and community members. Additionally, he would like assistance with independent living skills, including decision-making, community participation, and increasing his overall independence.
The ideal candidate for this position will have effective communication and leadership skills, patience, strong organizational skills, and a person-centered approach. Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and fostering healthy social relationships is preferred. Please respond with a resume or summary of relevant experience.
Candidate must possess a keen sense of attention to detail, especially when electronically logging each day's time, mileage, and service documentation. DSP must have a valid email address.
Hours and days of work
Two flexible weekdays: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (10 AM - 3 PM)
Pay rate: $21.30 per hour when providing direct support. The hourly rate for indirect/training is $16.00 per hour.
Location: Solvay, NY
In addition to the hourly wage, Advocates provides the following benefits to its employees:
- Mileage (reimbursed at the IRS standard mileage reimbursement rate when providing transportation to the individual)
- Life and Long-Term Disability insurance at no cost to the employee
- Health, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with up to a 2% match
Advocates is a leading human services organization with over 1,300 dedicated employees serving people throughout Central New York. Advocates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requisition ID: 53184