Direct Support Professional - Full-time* - Palmer Center - House 3 - 30/Wednesday through Friday - 11:00 pm to 9:00 am

　　Overview

　　Requisition Number:

　　2494

　　Date Posted:

　　12/20/2023

　　Location:

　　Palmer

　　Address:

　　1113 Flatbush Road

　　City:

　　Kingston

　　Category:

　　Direct Support

　　Description

　　The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential setting and within the community.

　　Palmer Center is located in Kingston, and is very close to shopping and the Rhinecliff Bridge.

　　As an employee at Palmer Center, you can expect all kinds of fun activities taking place each day. The people who live there love to be together as a group and sing songs and listen to music…so as an employee at Palmer, bring your musical talents and join in the fun! We even have a piano!

　　Do you have a special talent for crafts? Then gather around the table and teach everyone a new arts and crafts project!

　　Our Palmer Center includes three homes, with beautiful outdoor space. Everyone is looking forward to the warmer weather and enjoying time outside…the people who live at Palmer love learning about plants, caring for them and beautifying their home – inside and out!

　　No matter what, you are going to be an incredible encouragement to the people who live at Palmer Center. If you have experience working with the geriatric population, or in a nursing home, bring that compassion to Palmer and truly make a difference. YOU will be a welcome addition to the team.

　　A high school diploma or GED is desired. Post-high-school education in Human Services is a definite plus. An acceptable NYS driver's license and basic computer knowledge are a must. An informative, paid new hire orientation is provided in a comfortable learning environment. Training will also include Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration certification.

　　HOURS: 30/Wednesday through Friday - 11:00 pm to 9:00 am

　　STARTING SALARY: $ 19.01 to $ 20.72 per hour, for working at this location (which includes a $2.00 per hour differential over the Palmer Full-Time DSP base salary range of $ 17.01 to 18.72), plus applicable shift differentials may be added.

　　*Position qualifies for the following benefits: medical insurance coverage, paid time off (vacation, sick and personal), and pension

　　Minimum Requirements

　　High School Diploma or GED is preferred

　　Acceptable NYS Driver's License

　　Computer skills