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Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany Self-Directed Support Professional in Albany, New York
Job Description
Catholic Charities is an organization that values helping others at any stage in their life, regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle. We place a special emphasis on helping those who are economically poor and the vulnerable. Catholic Charities is made up of multiple geographic and service-specific agencies. We are privileged to make a difference and love what we do. We value work-life balance and offer an extensive benefit package.
We are currently hiring for a Self-Directed Support Professional, to work within our Catholic Charities Disabilities Services agency. As a Self-Directed Support Professional, you would be responsible for:
Providing direct services to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities in accordance with an individualized life plan designed and developed by the individual receiving services
Services are provided individually within the community and/or at home, rather than within the structure of any kind of group program. The individual receiving services directs those activities and the SDSP is to guide, facilitate and support the individual in attaining those goals and objectives according to the plan of services
In some cases, the SDSP will provide services toward supported employment
The SDSP is expected to assist the person with developing meaningful relationships
Self-Directed Support Professional Minimum Salary: $15/hour for training, service rates for Com Hab and Respite are dependent on individual’s Self-Direction Budget
Self-Directed Support Professional Maximum Salary: $15/hour for training, service rates for Com Hab and Respite are dependent on individual’s Self-Direction Budget
Self-Directed Support Professional Schedule: Flexible schedule; full-time and part-time shifts available
Qualifications:
Valid NYS Driver’s License and personal transportation (mileage reimbursed)
High School Diploma or GED
Smart Phone and/or Tablet is required for electronic record keeping
Benefits:
Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Retirement planning options
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Time Off (As an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year based on your standard work day)
Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
Monthly Employer Funded HRA
Tuition Reimbursement
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)
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