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Direct Support Professional - North Greece, NY - Part-Time

Lifetime Assistance, Inc. · Rochester, NY · 3 days ago
On-siteOTHR$21.55/hrPart-time

Position Overview

Job Title: Direct Support Professional – Residential
Location: Rochester, NY, 14612
Department: Residential Services
Reports To: Residential Manager
Employment Type: Part-Time, 20 hours - Thursday 1pm-7pm, Saturday 8am-4pm, Sunday 3pm-9pm
Starting Wage: $21.55/hour, with additional shift differentials available for eligible weekend and overnight schedules.
Posting #: 5-3325

Why Should You Work for Lifetime Assistance?

  • $1,000 Welcome Bonus: Direct Support Professionals are eligible for a $1,000 welcome bonus!
  • No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare at no extra 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.
  • 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.

Your Core 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.

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 to enhancing the 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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