Direct Support Assistant (DSA)
Join the NYS Workforce as a Direct Support Assistant (DSA). Salary Range: $32,972 - $45,200. The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is seeking to fill Direct Support Assistant (DSA) positions statewide. DSAs perform a wide variety of person-centered supports and services for people with developmental disabilities, which include advocating for, encouraging, guiding, and teaching individuals to express personal choice, developing daily living skills and habits, taking care of personal needs, assuring community integration, ensuring health and safety, and maintaining a healthy, safe home environment. The supports and services DSAs perform depend upon the specific abilities of the person(s) being served and the nature of the setting where activities are performed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Passing score on the DSAT Civil Service exam; a High School Diploma, GED or Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate; a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State; and meet physical, medical, and agility standards.
NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Capital District DDSOO Office of Human Resources 500 Balltown Road, Schenectady NY 12304.
Upcoming exam dates:
June 5, 2019 - 5 p.m.
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OD Heck-Gym
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Schenectady, NY 12304
July 27, 2019 - 9 a.m.
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