Direct Support Professional

Full-Time|$17.75/Hr |Extensive Benefits 

The Salvation Army of the Syracuse Area
Adult Day Program for Senior Services

Why Join our Cause?

Due to an increase in referrals, The Salvation Army’s Adult Day Program for Seniors is expanding! We are seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help our seniors build skills, gain confidence, and live more independently each day.

As a DSP, you’ll have the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with those you support while encouraging participation in daily activities, fostering personal growth, and creating a welcoming environment where seniors feel valued and empowered.

Key Responsibilites

• Provide hands-on support with daily living and personal care.
• Assist with meals, activities, and community outings.
• Encourage independence, dignity, safety, and participation.
• Support individuals in reaching their personal goals.
• Follow individualized care plans while providing respectful and person-centered support.

"Every Person Matters"-Build your career with Syracuse Area Services. We  invest in our most precious resource, people by offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• PSL, Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• Remitted Tuition Program Partnering with Syracuse University.
• Generous time off every year that includes up to 13 paid holidays, personal days, vacation time, and sick time
• On-site, Covered Free Parking!
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Health Care Coverage with less than a 10% employee contribution.  Medical, Dental & Vision Plans for Family & Employee Only
• Marriage Benefit:  Planning on getting married?  We offer an additional 5 paid days off.
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans, including Short  & Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Daycare Services:  On-Site Daycare.  Full-time employees receive an employee discount

Responisbilites

• Prepare and maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment for participants and daily activities.
• Support and encourage participants in program activities, recreational events, and community outings based on their individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Monitor participants and promptly report changes in condition, accidents, incidents, or other concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Provide assistance with personal care, including bathing, toileting, mobility, transfers, positioning, and the use of mobility equipment, according to individual care plans.
• Assist participants with meals and snacks, including preparation, feeding, dietary restrictions, hydration, and after-meal care.
• Complete accurate daily progress notes and other required program documentation.
• Assist with planning activities and special events and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or technical school
• One year of DSP or related Experience 
• Valid Driver’s License that meet’s The Salvation Army’s insurance requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.