Direct Support Professional - Brockport, NY, 14420 - FT, Overnights

About the role

Lifetime Assistance fosters independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional – Residential in Brockport, NY (14420), you will work within the Residential Services department, reporting to the Residential Manager. This full‑time position (30 hours/week) offers a chance to transform lives while growing your own career. “I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.” — Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, dressing, meals, and household tasks such as thorough cleaning.
• Support individuals in developing independence, self‑help, and social skills.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of individuals, including medication administration (if certified).
• Implement and document progress on individualized service plans and daily supports.
• Encourage community integration and participation in social and recreational activities.
• Drive agency vehicles for transportation as needed.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with individuals, families, and colleagues.
• Complete required training, certifications, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: No prior experience required—ideal candidates are dependable, friendly, caring, and trustworthy.
• Certifications & Requirements: Must meet Lifetime Assistance’s Vehicle Operator requirements (except overnight/relief shifts); First Aid/CPR, SCIP‑R, and Medication Administration certification (or ability to obtain); must pass all required background checks and clearances (e.g., SCR, Fingerprinting, SEL, MHL).
• Skills & Competencies: Ability to follow individualized plans and safety protocols; basic computer literacy for documentation in the Electronic Health Record; clear written and verbal communication skills; strong problem‑solving and adaptability.

Benefits

• $2,000 Welcome Bonus (eligible for this position).
• No‑Premium Health Insurance: comprehensive healthcare at no extra cost.
• Education Support: tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester, plus micro‑credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid Training & Coaching: hands‑on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e‑learning, and ongoing paid training.
• Career Growth: clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Work‑Life Harmony: generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.
• Join a Caring Culture: be part of a compassionate, mission‑driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.

Pay

Starting wage: $21.55/hour, plus a $0.50 overnight shift differential.

Schedule

Full‑time, 30 hours/week: Sunday‑Tuesday 11 pm‑9 am (Wednesday‑Saturday off).