Direct Support Professional - Pre Voc - Full Time - Days
Dayforce
Location
Olean, New York
Salary
$17 / HOUR
Quick overview
Assists people with disabilities in achieving person-centered goals through the implementation of prevocational activities and work coaching. Ensures the safety and welfare of clients using proper behavior management techniques to maximize independence.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
Job description
Job title
- Direct
- Support
- Professional
- Classification:
- Full
- Time,
- Non-Exempt
- Program/Department:
- Community
- Prevocational
- Immediate
- SUPERVISOR: Supervisor Prevocational Services
Position Summary
Assists people with disabilities to achieve their person-centered goals by coordinating and implementing prevocational activities that improve their work performance and prepare them for paid work or unpaid volunteer activity. Provides coaching and instruction in specific work tasks according to the plan goals designed to assist the person to maximize their independence through work experience, volunteering, and skill development. Ensures the safety and overall welfare of the people we serve by utilizing proper behavior management techniques.
Qualifications
Minimum Education, Training & Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record Preferred Education, Training & Experience: Experience working with people with developmental disabilities ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to work cooperatively with all departments, levels of staff, and outside contacts Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing, and on the telephone Ability to work effectively without direct supervision Ability to effectively balance multiple tasks and ever-changing priorities Strong organizational skills Ability to be positive, outgoing and personable Ability to empower the people we serve to do for themselves SALARY: $16.96 per hour stating rate SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8am-3:30pm Full
Job Description: Available Upon Request
Benefits
– Intandem Contact us for more Information An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
