Direct Support Professional (CFTSS) (Syracuse, Utica, Oswego, Mexico) Job Details Level Experienced Job Location Mexico Office - Mexico, NY Secondary Job Location(s) Undisclosed Remote Type N/A Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level Not Specified Salary Range $20.00 - $24.00 Hourly Travel Percentage Road Warrior Job Shift Undisclosed Job Category Undisclosed Description The primary responsibility of a Direct Support Professional is supporting individuals with mental health needs to pursue individualized goals in a variety of services. This position is community based by nature and involves the transportation of youth in and around their communities. Responsibilities: + Assisting in creating a safe and secure environment; + Transporting/accompanying individuals to places within the community; and/or telehealth services as regulations allow; + Contributing ideas for improving the experiences of individuals in the program, including planning appropriate activities; + Being flexible around the needs of the child and/or family; + Completing daily documentation of services provided; + Working collaboratively with family members and other professionals involved in the individual’s care; and + Maintaining compliance with all required training. + Other Duties as Assigned: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications + Excellent communication skills, including oral, listening, written, and interpersonal. + Effective problem-solving skills. + Self-confidence and an ability to work with children and young adults with a variety of needs as well as their caregivers and other providers. + Exceptional customer service and collaboration skills. + Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, excel and Outlook. Required Education and Experience : + Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in children’s mental health, addiction, and/or foster care/child welfare/juvenile justice or another related human services field Additional Eligibility Qualifications : + Flexibility in scheduling including evening and/or weekend hours. + Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with reliable transportation. + Compliance with required background checks, including fingerprinting and drug testing. + Successful completion of all mandatory training.