Are you looking for a rewarding way to make a difference while making a living?
Advocates is seeking a creative and compassionate Mentor (DSP/1:1 support staff) to work with a gifted
young man with a developmental disability. In this critical role, you will help him in learning key
independent living skills, teach him skills to communicate and interact with others, and assist him in
experiencing social, recreational, and physical fitness opportunities in the community. The ideal
candidate for the DSP position will have effective communication and leadership skills, patience, and
strong organizational skills. Please respond with a resume or summary of experience.
Candidate must possess a keen sense of attention to detail, especially when electronically logging each
day’s time, mileage, and service documentation. DSP must have a valid email address.
Hours and Days of Work:
Monday -Friday (9AM-5PM) with flexibility
Monday - Friday (5PM-9PM)
Saturday and Sunday (10AM-2PM), hours can be flexible
Looking for Part time and Full time position
Pay rate: $21 per hour when providing direct support. The hourly rate for indirect/training is $15.50 per
hour.
Location: Baldwinsville, NY
In addition to the hourly wage, Advocates provides the following benefits to its employees:
-Mileage (reimbursed at the IRS standard mileage reimbursement rate when providing
transportation to the individual)
-Life and Long-Term Disability insurance at no cost to the employee
-Health, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance
-Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with up to a 2% match
Advocates is a leading human services organization with over 1,300 dedicated employees
serving people throughout Central New York. Advocates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requisition ID# 47311
