<p>Overview</p> <p>Direct Support Professional</p> <p>(PCA, Senior Center Specialist, Senior Center Aide)</p> <p>Seniors Adult Day Program</p> <p>$17.50-$17.75/hour to start with Benefits!</p> <p>The Salvation Army, of the Syracuse Area</p> <p>Immediately Hiring! Hiring starts today!</p> <p>DSP-Direct Support Professionals have the compassion to work with Senior Adults in the community. Here at The Salvation Army you could have a rewarding career in Geriatrics Adult Day Programs by working in our Senior Center, Adult Day Program. The position is a Direct Support Professional and the main responsibility is to work with our seniors in the center during the day when they attend our On-Site program. You will assist them with maintaining their independence, increasing socialization by participating in fun activities and assistance with some personal care. We are seeking direct support professionals who have a genuine interest in working with older adults in our community. The positions are Full-time, day shifts, Monday-Friday, $17.50-$17.75/hour, and come with our Full Benefits Package.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Requirements are:</p> <p>High School Diploma or GED.</p> <p>CPR, 1st Aid certified or willing to complete.</p> <p>Valid Driver's License, and Good driving record.</p> <p>Comfortable assistance with meal service, personal care as needed.</p> <p>Experience working with older adults or similar population desired but not required.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>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</p> <p>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.</p>