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Direct Support Professional - Greece, NY, 14616 - Full-Time, Overnights

Lifetime Assistance, Inc. · Rochester, NY · Yesterday
On-siteOTHR$21.55/hrFull-time

Position Overview

Location: Rochester, NY, 14616
Department: Residential Services
Reports To: Residential Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours/week – Tuesday–Friday 10:30 pm – 8:30 am

Pay

Starting Wage: $21.55/hour, with additional shift differentials available for eligible weekend and overnight schedules.

About the role

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities, including hygiene, grooming, dressing, meals, and household tasks including thorough cleaning.
  • Support individuals in developing independence, self-help, and social skills.
  • Ensure 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 trainings, certifications, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

  • No prior experience required—ideal candidates are dependable, friendly, caring, and trustworthy.
  • 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

  • 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

  • $1,000 Welcome Bonus for Direct Support Professionals.
  • No-Premium Health Insurance: comprehensive healthcare without added 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.

Mission & Culture

Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.

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