Direct Support Professional - Greece, NY- Evenings & Weekends

Position Overview

Job Title: Direct Support Professional – Residential
Location: Greece, NY
Department: Residential Services
Reports To: Residential Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time
Hours available. Evenings & Weekend Availability required
Starting Wage: $21.55/hour plus a potential weekend and/or overnight shift differential for applicable shifts.

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
• Educational 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: Receive 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.
• Career Growth: 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.

Your Core 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.

What You Bring

• 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.

Our 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.

Are You Ready to Begin?

If you’re compassionate, dependable, and eager to make a difference, apply today to join the Lifetime Assistance family. Together, we’re building lives of independence—one person at a time.