Self Hire - By Invitation Only

Lifetime Assistance Incorporated
Rochester, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Lifetime Assistance – Self-Hire Direct Support Professional
Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Position Overview:

  • Job Title: Self-Hire Direct Support Professional
  • Location: Varies by individual receiving services – Greater Rochester Area
  • Department: Community Services
  • Reports To: Fiscal Intermediary
  • Employment Type: Part-Time, various schedules available
  • Starting Wage: Based on individual budget and plan

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

  • Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.

Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Support individuals in attending and following up on medical appointments.
  • Educate on identifying abuse and accessing resources for safety.
  • Assist with securing alternative housing when needed.
  • Help maintain a safe and healthy home environment.
  • Facilitate participation in classes aligned with individual interests (e.g., nutrition, budgeting, music, art).
  • Complete and submit accurate daily and monthly documentation, including Medicaid billing and EVV data.
  • Attend required meetings and trainings.
  • Transport individuals as needed, following agency vehicle and mileage policies.
  • Comply with OPWDD and NYS Justice Center reporting regulations.

What You Bring:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
  • Ability to follow individualized Staff Action Plans and safeguard protocols.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with individuals and their families.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt based on person-centered training.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and meet transportation requirements if applicable.
  • Commitment to accurate documentation and Medicaid compliance.

Our Mission & Culture:

  • Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
  • Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
  • Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.

Are You Ready to Begin?

If you’re a compassionate leader ready to take the next step in your human services career, apply today and join us in building lives of independence—one person at a time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

“I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.”
— Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us

Posted 2026-06-26

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