Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Not Disclosed•Per-DiemOn-site
location_on420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States
About Liberty Resources
Liberty Resources is a dynamic human services agency dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to help individuals live their best lives. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities. Our corporate values of excellence, service, and responsibility drive us to see opportunity where others see barriers to success.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce that values the contributions of all team members. We actively work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities we serve to ensure positive health outcomes. Our goal is to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.
About the Role
As a Self-Directed Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will work to provide person-centered services that enrich the lives of individuals receiving support from Liberty Resources. This role focuses on maximizing a person's independence while promoting individual choice and maintaining a safe, healthy environment. You will play a vital part in creating an environment that encourages individuals to experience a full life.
Your day-to-day work involves assisting individuals in participating in daily and weekly activities, such as grocery shopping, exercising, pursuing personal interests and hobbies, and engaging in other desired activities. You will advocate for individuals to be fully integrated into community life, helping them build and strengthen skills necessary to develop and maintain friendships and personal relationships. Whether facilitating community events, assisting with household management, or supporting crisis intervention, your role is to empower individuals to lead self-determining lives.
To succeed in this position, you will need mobile internet access to electronically log daily service delivery times, mileage, and necessary documentation. You will also interact with the individual's Circle of Support, family, and coworkers to communicate needs, wants, and choices effectively.
Hiring Process
Liberty Resources is a great place to work, offering access to career opportunities, benefits, and a fun atmosphere. We value the passion our employees have for the services they provide. While specific interview steps are not detailed in this posting, we look for candidates who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Equal Opportunity
Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income, or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.
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Skills: First Aid, Emergency Procedures, Household Management, Crisis Prevention, Crisis Intervention, Crisis Resolution, Computer Competency.
Education: HS diploma or GED required; Bachelors or prior experience preferred; Associates or prior experience preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Liberty Resources
What does a Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Liberty Resources do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Liberty Resources will assist individuals in building and maintaining friendships and personal relationships; identify and report untoward incidents while applying crisis prevention and intervention techniques; support individuals in community integration, shopping, and participation in personal interests; and assist individuals with daily activities including hygiene, meal preparation, and household management.
What are the requirements for this Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) role?expand_more
To qualify for the Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Liberty Resources position, applicants should have: HS diploma or GED required; Valid Driver's License; Ability to use personal car for transporting individuals; Mobile internet access; Computer competency; and Ability to ascend/descend stairways.
Where is the Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) role at Liberty Resources located?expand_more
Self Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Liberty Resources is based in 420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States. This is a on-site role.