Direct Support Professional: Residential -Ballston Spa

## Description

**Direct Support Professional: Residential -Ballston Spa**

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

**Pay Range: $18.75-$24.30/hr based on verifiable direct care experience**

**This pay range reflects 20 + years of experience/education**

**Schedule:**

**Days/Hours: Sunday 11AM- Monday 2PM , Tuesday 11AM- Wednesday 2PM (40 hours paid at your regular rate; overnight hours are paid at the asleep rate )**

**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