Direct Support Professional Residential - Albany

## Description

**Direct Support Professional: Residential -Albany**

**Please submit an updated resume so that we can pay you for your experience!**

**Pay Range: $18.75-$24.30/hr and an Elite Benefit Package**

**Rate based on verifiable direct care experience & range reflects 20 + years of experience/education**

**Available Shifts:**

**Overnight Shift:****Sunday 10am - Monday 10am (24 hr block); Tuesdays 2pm - Wednesday 2pm (24 hour block) 14 hours are paid at the asleep rate; this position is not full time; but is benefit eligible .**

**Overnight /Day Shift: Wednesday 1:30pm-7:30pm; Thursdays 1:30pm - Friday 1:30pm (24hr block); Saturday 10am -Sunday 1****0am (24hr block)****14 hours are paid at the asleep rate; this position is full time/40 hrs.**

**Who we are:**

Wildwood Programs is a provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.

**Who we are looking for:**

We are looking for caring, compassionate Direct Support Professionals to work full time in a Residential setting.

**Requirements**

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

**Successful candidates will:**

• be positive and encouraging with those they support.
• be professional
• have patience and a positive attitude
• have a strong desire to help others
• enjoy teamwork

**What does a Direct Support Professional do in a residential setting?**

Help the people who live there by assisting them in activities, like

• Cooking
• Doing laundry
• Running errands
• Teach people with disabilities how to do things on their own

**Job duties may include:**

• Taking individuals to appointments and activities
• Writing notes as needed.
• Helping individuals with tasks like cooking, cleaning, showering, toileting, shopping, and managing money
• Other duties as need

## Qualifications
**Other Requirements:**

• A valid NYS license and clean driving record required
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to lift 50lbs