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- HeartShare Human Services of New York
Direct Support Professional1 month ago$18.36 hourlyFull-timeStaten Island, New YorkWhat is a Direct Support Professional? The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for implementing person-centered services for each individual. This includes ensuring implementation of the individuals services, goals, and outcomes in relation to program-based and community inclusion activities. In addition, the Direct Support Professional is solely responsible for the individual's overall physical and emotional well-being. You would be responsible for: - Under supervision, provide support and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding, and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, ensuring community integration, assisting individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation. - You would help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. - You would collaborate with other staff to implement and record care plans and, in accordance with special instructions, you may administer medication. These positions are physically demanding. - You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations. - You will participate in staff meetings, in-service training and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attending external training and workshops in the direction of direct supervisor or program management. Maintain certification in *AMAP, CPR, First Aid and SCIP, as required. - You must be able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated individuals. - You will help to promote and support the inclusion of individuals in their community according to their unique needs, interests, and desires. Model and encourage interaction between individuals and community members. Help foster individuals’ personal growth by assisting in forming and maintaining friendships with neighbors, co-workers, and peers. - You will help with transporting individuals or assist them in taking public transportation. - You will assist in maintaining positive communications with family members, advocates, and service providers as per program needs. To learn more about what direct support professionals do on the job every day. Qualifications You are a good fit if you have: - High school diploma, GED, CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant certification) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) certificate from an accredited public or private organization. - One year or more work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. - Excellent written, communication and mathematical skills. - Valid NYS driver license preferred but not required. - A flexible work schedule. Benefits: What we offer once YOU join our growing family: At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect: - Paid time off (holidays, calendar, sick and personal) - Professional development opportunities - Team environment - Medical and dental benefits - Employer-paid life insurance - Optional insurance (life, disability, etc.) - 403(B) retirement plans - Flexible spending account (dependent care, medical, parking, and transit) - Employee assistance program HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). About HeartShare Who WE ARE: For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives. To learn more about HeartShare, please to apply
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Support Coodinator1 month agoFull-timeSouth PlainfieldJoyful Frontiers is seeking support coordinators to work in the Middlesex, Burlington, Essex, Morris, Bergen, Somerset, Monmouth and Hudson counties. The ideal candidate will beself-sufficient, have strong computer skills, superior relationship management skills, fluent in Spanish and have at least one year of experience in support coordination. The duties of this position center on coordinating services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and advocating for their wants and needs by providing support and guidance. The responsibilities of Joyful Frontiers Support Coordinators include: - Develop and manage Individualized Support Plans (ISP) and Person Center Planning Tools (PCPT) for individuals. - Coordinate services to meet the needs of the individuals. - Work collaboratively and effectively with individuals, families, and service providers to ensure care needs are met. - Provide continuous monitoring and review of ISPs and budgets as needed. - Remain up-to-date with industry standards and regulations regarding disability services. - Maintain individuals’ confidentiality as required by HIPAA Laws and company policy. - Travel to complete monthly visits - Complete monthly calls - Other duties as assigned. Benefits: - Flexible Schedule - Competitive Pay
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