Per Diem Direct Support Professional Residential
Job in
Latham, Albany County, New York, 12110, USA
Listed on 2026-09-15
Listing for:
Wildwood Programs
Part Time, Per diem
position Listed on 2026-09-15
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Community Health, Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
These trainings are required: SCIP; CPR/1st Aid & Choking.
Although we provide the needed trainings and pay you, these trainings may not be held on the weekends and you may need to make yourself available M-F in order to meet this requirement.
Locations hiring:
Schenectady/West Sand Lake/Albany/Latham Education / Experience/ Skills Required High School Diploma or GED Working knowledge of Word Processing software and familiarity with Computer & Internet applications.
Flexibility & commitment, and solid communication skill
Preferred
Experience working with people with disabilities
Who we are Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for staff to build a long-term relationship with the individuals we support.
Successful candidates will be have the ability to interact with our individuals in a positive encouraging way, demonstrate a professional demeanor, patience, empathy and possess a strong desire to help others.
Other Expectations:
To be there for the individuals & encourage growth and recognize the autonomy of those receiving support
To stay active with Wildwood staff are required to work at least 2 shifts a month.
To date with all online and in person certifications required by the program.;
Overdue trainings will place you in suspension
To support our mission to assist individual in leading self-directed lives and to foster a spirit of partnership with the individuals, other professionals, and the community
To show up; & be prompt for all scheduled shifts.
Additional Requirements:
A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
May need daily access to a vehicle based on program needs.
It is required by all staff to be able to lift at least 50 lbs on their own with no accommodation.
Annual Recurring Trainings Corporate Compliance Performance Evaluation (completed by the employee’s supervisor)
Abuse Prevention/Incident Reporting Refresher Fire Safety & Emergency Procedures Harassment Prevention in the WorkplaceBBP & TB OverviewSCIP-R - this certification must be current and be taken within 1 Year. Best practice is that all taff take this every 10-11 months.
CPR/FA/AED - this certification must be taken every 2 years. Best practice is that all staff take this every 22-23 months.
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