Community Support/Direct Support Professional (CSP/DSP) - Daylight in Rochester

Passavant Memorial Homes is seeking a full-time Community Support Professional (CSP) in the Rochester area. This 36 hour per week daylight position runs 8:30am-5:30pm Monday through Thursday, with flexibility to adjust to occasional weekend or evening hours for special community events.

The CSP is an hourly position under the direct supervision of the CPS Director. The CSP is responsible for the safety and well-being of individuals, providing specialized care and training in activities of daily living, social, recreational, and vocational activities, with an emphasis on community inclusion and integration. The CSP will assist in optimizing individual independence while supporting work habits and ethics, promoting communication, and fostering growth related to areas of individual interest. The CSP will provide support to reduce challenging behaviors so that community integration is optimized in a safe manner. The responsibilities and schedule are flexible to meet the changing needs and lifestyle of the individuals served, and the CSP position is not specific to one residential service location.

Apply today to find your career and passion at Passavant Memorial Homes!

• Thorough knowledge of individual(s) IP, including knowledge of preferences, needs, and desires; and consistent implementation of recommendations.
• Assist with individual(s) participation in scheduled community or facility-based activities and assist with schedule development, as requested.
• Explore community employment options and/or volunteer opportunities and help to develop skills and competencies necessary for individual(s) to pursue competitive integrated employment.
• Participate with individual(s) in community activities, organizations, groups, associations, volunteer opportunities, or clubs to develop social networks, especially activities that provide purpose and responsibility or development of hobbies.
• Assist individual(s) with financial management, budgeting, and the purchasing of preferred goods or products.
• Assist individual(s) in learning to navigate the local community, including learning to use public or private transportation and other transportation options in the local area, where relevant.
• Observe changes in behavior and physical condition and report accurately to the CPS Director.
• Support individual(s) to develop and/or maintain social networks and reciprocal relationships with members of the broader community.
• Assist with ongoing training of individual(s) to develop independence in daily living skills and job duties.
• Maintain various records pertaining to individuals served, following timely and proper documentation methods following service delivery.
• Transport individual(s) to and from community engagement opportunities and activities, facility engagement, and/or volunteer sites as needed (to be designated by the CPS Director).
• Attend required in-service trainings and complete all required and/or assigned employee trainings in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned by the CPS Director.

• Minimum of 18 years of age, required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Valid driver’s license, required.
• Experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, preferred.

• Competitive Wages: $19.25 an hour
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
• Generous PTO package
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Dynamic and Supportive Work Environment
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities, including NADSP certifications
• Tuition Assistance Program: up to $3,000 per year for full-time employees and up to $1,500 per year for part-time employees
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Passavant Memorial Homes is a qualified employer for the federal PSLF program

Passavant Memorial Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance while applying, please reach out to careers@passavant.org. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Statement. For questions regarding open positions, the application process, or the electronic application, contact our recruitment team by email or phone as listed in the posting. PMHFOS prohibits discrimination in any employment action and is dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies in all aspects of employment. We value the unique skills, background, and experience of all employees.