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Direct Support Professional

Flushing, NY · On-site

$17.25/hr

Employment is contingent upon passing background checks (OPWDD, The Justice Center,etc.) and ... Current certification in SCIP, CPR/First Aid and AMAP for Full Time Position. * Current ...

SCO Family of Services

Cook / Direct Support Professional

NY · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

... with OPWDD, ICF, DOH, CMS, and HCBS Waiver requirements. * Ensure all meals meet required ... Obtain and Maintain SCIP-R and First Aid CPR & AED training. Equal Opportunity Employer This ...

ATC

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs/DSS)

Smithtown, NY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

ATC Healthcare Services is hiring experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSP) with expertise in OPWDD settings and guidelines . We seek DSPs who are empathetic, patient, and skilled in providing ...

ABBOTT HOUSE

Direct Support Professional

Pomona, NY · On-site

$17 - $17.74/hr

The DSP ensures the delivery of Habilitation services, service plans or other OPWDD supports and ... Computer - The Direct Support Professional must be able to use a computer and able to learn ...

Abbott House

Direct Support Professional

Yonkers, NY · On-site

$17.74 - $19.94/hr

The DSP ensures the delivery of Habilitation services, service plans or other OPWDD supports and ... Computer - The Direct Support Professional must be able to use a computer and able to learn ...

ABBOTT HOUSE

Direct Support Professional

Yonkers, NY

$17 - $19.42/hr

The DSP ensures the delivery of Habilitation services, service plans or other OPWDD supports and ... Computer - The Direct Support Professional must be able to use a computer and able to learn ...

Menorah Park

Direct Support Professional

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$17.60 - $17.80/hr

We are looking for staff with OPWDD experience. We have all shift available, part time and ... CPR First Aid Behavior Training-SCIP-R AMAP Certification-Approved Medication Administration ...

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Direct Support Professional

Flushing, NY • On-site

Workforce 1
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$17.25/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Company Overview

A non-profit within the five boroughs has Direct Support Professional needs. 

Position Overview

Working one-on-one with each individual, the Direct Support Professional will assess his/her/they needs and tend to them accordingly to foster a positive, encouraging environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Be supportive, positive and encouraging in meeting the needs of those with developmental disabilities as you assist them in working on gaining further independence.
  • Encourage and foster individuals' preferred hobbies, interests and self-determined choices.
  • Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals' daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication, and socialization skills
  • Help individuals to bathe, groom and dress, eat and drink if necessary, always working to improve self-reliance and independence.
  • Work with the Individual being served to create goals, track progress and report findings to superiors.
  • Encourage the Individuals involvement in the local community and encourage community inclusion based on their interests and preferences.
  • Develop meaningful relationships and connections with clients to make them feel cared for and included in the community.
  • Follow all health and safety protocols as designated.
  • Assist the Individuals in maintaining a sanitary and tidy home.
  • Attend continuing education courses and training as the role requires.
  • Be a compassionate, patient, and encouraging support professional at all times.
Requirements
  • Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Comfortable working independently and can consistently make good judgments that benefit the client.
  • Flexible, with a keen ability to handle stress well.
  • Friendly disposition with a positive 'can-do' attitude
  • Computer literate and technologically well informed.
  • Experience tracking and recording information, preferred.
  • Enjoy working with people who have developmental disabilities to improve their quality of life.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and passionate about helping those in need.
  • Ability to move and stand for prolonged periods and frequently perform physically demanding tasks
  • Employment is contingent upon passing background checks (OPWDD, The Justice Center,etc.) and successful completion of AABR's Orientation Training program.
  • Current certification in SCIP, CPR/First Aid and AMAP for Full Time Position.
  • Current certification in SCIP, CPR & First Aid for a Part Time Position.
Pay RangeUSD $17.25 - USD $17.25 /Hr.Employment Type: OTHER

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