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The Summit Center

Direct Support Professional

The Summit Center, East Amherst, New York, United States, 14051

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Direct Support Professional Location: Amherst, NY

Pay: $21.00/hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 37.5 hours/week

The Summit Center is Western New York's leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

Base Pay Range $21.00/hr - $21.00/hr

Why Work With Us?

Paid program breaks (up to 5 weeks per year!)

Up to 15 days of paid time off

14-16 paid holidays annually

Potential for annual raises and profit sharing

Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)

Employee Assistance Program

Free mental health counseling

Free childcare referrals

Access to legal services

Grief/eldercare support

Financial planning resources

Your Impact as a Direct Support Professional

Follows through on any behavior management program as established for individuals.

Completes and maintains accurate documentation relating to the various services provided to our individuals and the progress they have established.

Communicates individual needs to Family Support Services Family Support Coordinator.

Must be able to work flexible hours, on occasion to accommodate recreation outing and activities.

Attend staff meetings and in-service training programs.

Complies with agency incident reporting policies and procedures.

Maintains confidentiality of individual information in accordance with the requirements of NYS Mental Hygiene law and the Agency's HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures.

Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities

Dayhab experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations A valid NYS Driver's License and agency approval of driving record according to agency's Policy and Procedures.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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