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  • Direct Support Professional - Weekends
    Direct Support Professional - Weekends
    12 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Do you value working for an organization that is truly driven by its mission? Are you excited at the prospect of being able to be a positive presence in a person's life? Does exploring different corners of New York City to find interesting things to do and forming meaningful relationships sound like a dream job? Are you looking for FLEXIBLE work that can fit into your schedule? If your answer is yes to the above, then you are in the right place! Job Path supports Autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the Community Connections program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. Direct Support Professionals who work in the Community Connections program are part of a team that works with people with a multitude of interests and with varying support needs. Schedule: Saturdays and/or Sundays, 5-6 hour shifts. Day time and evening. Additional hours during the week may also be available. ++ Responsibilities include ++ : ++Direct Support++ • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Empowering individuals to participate in volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Supporting people in their homes to develop independent living skills, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships, • Putting aside personal beliefs to ensure that the person you are supporting has the opportunity to have the life they want for themselves ++Working in a team++ • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions ++Health & Safety++ • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Providing physical supports, such as pushing a wheelchair or helping a person to eat, in a dignifying and respectful matter ++Documentation/Communication++ • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets by assigned deadlines, • Following up with required documentation as detailed by your supervisor, • Attending and completing required trainings In order to succeed in this position, applicants must be dynamic and flexible in order to go with the flow of people's ever changing lives. Some of the people we support use wheelchairs or require other physical supports. In order to ensure that all people in the Community Connections program have an equal opportunity to have a full life, applicants must be open to providing physical supports if necessary. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Prior experience is a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities. This position would be one-to-one through the Community Connections department. Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Department: Community Connections

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  • Direct Support Professional
    Direct Support Professional
    25 days ago
    $18–$19.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Hackensack River Waterfront, Jersey City

    Hudson Milestones is searching for reliable and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP). The Direct Support Professional role is a Non-Exempt position requiring ability in implementing training programs and maintaining a safe environment for adults with intellectual /developmental disabilities (I/DD) for the purpose of increasing the extent to which they are independent, integrated members of the community. All tasks must be implemented in a humane and competent manner. The Direct Support Professional role is not specific to one location, building, classroom, day habilitation or group home. The Agency reserves the right to change the employee’s work location at it’s discretion. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for *full-time employees* that may include: • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • 401(k) with company match after one year of employment, • Paid time off (vacation, sick days, & personal time), • Family Medical Leave Other Compensation (if applicable): • Bonuses and/ or incentives at the discretion of the Agency. Job Description: The Direct Support Professional role is a Non-Exempt position requiring ability in implementing training programs and maintaining a safe environment for adults with intellectual /developmental disabilities (I/DD) for the purpose of increasing the extent to which they are independent, integrated members of the community. All tasks must be implemented in a humane and competent manner. The Direct Support Professional role is not specific to one location, building, classroom, day habilitation or group home. The Agency reserves the right to change the employee’s work location at it’s discretion. Responsibilities: • Responsible for reading, knowing and complying with all appropriate governing documents to include contracts, agency policies and procedures, State or Federal standards, specific program operations manuals and circulars both internal and external., • Ensures compliance with the agency’s Operations and Personnel Manuals and the Division of Developmental Disabilities Standards Manual., • Completes and submits in a competent, and timely manner all reports, forms, and documentation as required by the agency and Division of Developmental Disabilities., • Understands basic developmental disabilities and learning styles, using motivation techniques to help clients improve in areas with behavioral or medical challenges., • Must complete all CDS trainings and refreshers as directed., • Attend staff meetings, all other relevant meetings and training as directed., • Assist clients with goal outcomes established on the Individual Service Plan (ISP)., • Responsible for reading the ISP and working within the documented expectation for client development., • Provides a consistent means of relaying accurate and complete information to direct supervisors., • Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors according to plans that are in place., • Provides training and supervision to clients in all aspects of community experience living., • Serves as a positive role model for clients and other staff., • Provides safe transportation in agency vehicles for clients as necessary., • Maintains confidentiality and professionalism when communicating with family members or group home staff, Support Coordinators and any outside agency personnel., • Maintains active, positive engagement with clients at all times., • Always ensures the safety and well-being of clients., • Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities or special needs., • Proactively accompany and support clients during medical appointments, ensuring relevant information is provided to the healthcare professional. Clearly and accurately communicate details from the appointment to the Residential Coordinator, Medical Compliance Officer, and/or designee., • Follow and demonstrate understanding of medication policy and procedures in the monitoring and administration of the client’s medications. Completes Medication Error Report when needed., • Ensures home, grounds, yard and van are maintained in clean, safe, and sanitary condition., • Ensures meals are prepared and planned based on clients’ individual diet, client input, and the planned menu for the month., • Ensures that the Recreation Calendar is carried out as per client input and as per the planned calendar completed each month., • Responsible for competing all required documentation to include but not limited to, daily logs, communication logs, and behavior reports., • Ensures line of sight for the individual(s) being supported is maintained and completes reports accordingly., • Responsible for adequately and completely cleaning the home during any shift worked., • Ensures that a client’s dignity is not compromised in any way., • Responsible for reporting all emergencies or unusual incidents to direct supervisor., • Cooperates with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation. Qualifications: • Valid New Jersey Driver’s License, • High School Diploma or Equivalency, • Minimum 21 years of age Skills: • Experience with developmentally/intellectually disabled individuals, • American Red Cross CPR & First Aid Trained a plus Application Instructions: To apply, please submit your resume along with fully completing all fields of our job application form via www.hudsonmilestones.org Be sure to complete all sections of the application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Note: • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or uniformed servicemember status., • The salary range and benefits listed above follow New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and qualifications.

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  • Direct Support Professional - Specializing in Transitional Support
    Direct Support Professional - Specializing in Transitional Support
    12 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Do you value working for an organization that is truly driven by its mission? Are you excited at the prospect of being able to be a positive presence in a person's life? Does exploring different corners of New York City to find interesting things to do and forming meaningful relationships sound like a dream job? Are you looking for FLEXIBLE work that can fit into your schedule? If your answer is yes to the above, then you are in the right place! Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the [Community Connections](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/community-connections/) program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. We are looking for DSPs to work with participants who are new to JobPath as they are coming in through our transitional programs. Our cohort changes and we support people all throughout the city but at the moment we have participants located in ++Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn++. Our current cohort has participants who are interested in ++ sports and fitness, creative arts (animation, digital arts, physical arts, etc.), computers, and performing arts (singing, acting, writing), among other interests++. Our cohort has a range of personality and communication styles so we welcome anyone to apply but ideally we are looking for DSPs who are willing to help these participants adjust to our day hab program and build their programming. Days and times will vary depending on but we can also supplement hours with other open shifts in the department. Typical shifts are 9am to 3pm or 10am to 4pm, though there is variability in schedules based on the needs of the people we support. If you are only interested in weekend or overnight support work, please visit our [Residential Direct Support Professional](https://jobpathnyc.applytojob.com/apply/Ix5YyiaXMs/Residential-Direct-Support-Professional) listing. Areas of responsibility include: ++ Direct Support ++ • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Providing assistance at volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships, • Putting aside personal beliefs to ensure that the person you are supporting has the opportunity to have the life they want for themselves ++ Working in a team ++ • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions ++Health & Safety++ • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Providing physical supports, such as pushing a wheelchair or helping a person to eat, in a dignifying and respectful matter ++ Documentation/Communication ++ • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets via online portals by assigned deadlines, • Following up with required documentation as detailed by your supervisor In order to succeed in this position, applicants must be dynamic and flexible in order to go with the flow of people's ever changing lives. Some of the people we support use wheelchairs or require other physical supports. In order to ensure that all people in the Community Connections program have an equal opportunity to have a full life, applicants must be open to providing physical supports if necessary. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, written and spoken English. Prior experience a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities). Must have basic computer skills, such as ability to respond to e-mails, submit electronic timesheets, and complete case notes through an electronic health record system. This position would be one-to-one through the [Community Connections](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/community-connections/) department. Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b retirement plan with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six-month measurement period. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. ++No calls please++. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status.* *Please be aware that Job Path requires all employees who use their personal cellular phones for work purposes to enroll in Job Path's Mobile Device Management system. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Community Connections

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  • Direct Support Professional
    Direct Support Professional
    12 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Do you value working for an organization that is truly driven by its mission? Are you excited at the prospect of being able to be a positive presence in a person's life? Does exploring different corners of New York City to find interesting things to do and forming meaningful relationships sound like a dream job? Are you able to work at least three days per week? If your answer is yes to the above, then you are in the right place! Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the [Community Connections](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/community-connections/) program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. Direct Support Professionals who work in the Community Connections program are part of a team that works with people with a multitude of interests and with varying support needs. Shifts typically take place on weekdays during the day. Typical shifts are 9am to 3pm or 10am to 4pm, though there is variability in schedules based on the needs of the people we support. If you are only interested in weekend or overnight support work, please visit our [Residential Direct Support Professional](https://jobpathnyc.applytojob.com/apply/TgLgfBnkJA/Residential-Direct-Support-Professional) listing. Areas of responsibility include: ++ Direct Support ++ • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Providing assistance at volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships, • Putting aside personal beliefs to ensure that the person you are supporting has the opportunity to have the life they want for themselves ++ Working in a team ++ • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions ++Health & Safety++ • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Providing physical supports, such as pushing a wheelchair or helping a person to eat, in a dignifying and respectful matter ++ Documentation/Communication ++ • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets via online portals by assigned deadlines, • Following up with required documentation as detailed by your supervisor In order to succeed in this position, applicants must be dynamic and flexible in order to go with the flow of people's ever changing lives. Some of the people we support use wheelchairs or require other physical supports. In order to ensure that all people in the Community Connections program have an equal opportunity to have a full life, applicants must be open to providing physical supports if necessary. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, written and spoken English. Prior experience a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities). Must have basic computer skills, such as ability to respond to e-mails, submit electronic timesheets, and complete casenotes through an electronic health record system*. This position be one-to-one through the [Community Connections](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/community-connections/) department. Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b retirement plan with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six-month measurement period. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. ++No calls please++. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status.* *Please be aware that Job Path requires all employees who use their personal cellular phones for work purposes to enroll in Job Path's Mobile Device Management system. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Community Connections

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  • Direct Support Professional - Crown Heights
    Direct Support Professional - Crown Heights
    12 hours ago
    Part-time
    Brooklyn, New York

    Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the Community Connections program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. Direct Support Professionals who work in the Community Connections program are part of a team that works with people with a multitude of interests and with varying support needs. Job path is seeking a Direct Support Professional who is able to provide dedicated support five days a week to a young man who lives in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Some of the characteristics that are a must for this role are: • Being a kind, caring, and patient person, • Punctuality and attendance are very important, • Assistance with ADL skills, • Enjoys long walks, • Able to engage in and encourage conversation, • Able to assist with and troubleshoot challenging behaviors, • Use good judgement regarding safety protocols, • Be understanding and flexible with the family Schedule: Monday to Friday, 1pm to 6pm Location: Beginning and ending the day in Crown Heights, Brooklyn Additionally, any person who will work at Job Path as a Direct Support Professional will be responsible for the following areas: ++ Direct Support ++ • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Providing assistance at volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, especially indoor activities, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships ++ Working in a team ++ • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions ++ Health & Safety ++ • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Providing physical supports and assistance with ADLs (activities of daily living) in a dignifying and respectful matter ++ Documentation/Communication ++ • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets by assigned deadlines, • Following up with required documentation as detailed by your supervisor ++ Qualifications and Skills: ++ • High school diploma or GED, written and spoken English., • One year of prior experience working with people with disabilities required, residential experience where ADL support was provided a plus., • We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities)., • Must have basic computer skills, such as ability to respond to e-mails, submit electronic timesheets, and complete casenotes through an electronic health record system., • Strong written and verbal communication skills Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. If the candidate is scheduled to work more than 28 hours per week and able to maintain those hours, benefit eligibility may be moved up to the first of the month following sixty days of employment. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Community Connections

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  • Residential Direct Support Professional - East Harlem
    Residential Direct Support Professional - East Harlem
    12 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path is seeking Residential Direct Support Professionals (DSP) who are motivated, flexible, energetic, responsible, and organized. The role of the Residential DSP is to support people with developmental disabilities to live in homes that are truly their own, providing a warm and safe environment. Our approach is to provide assistance when needed while also empowering the people supported to have ownership of their responsibilities and to learn new skills. The men who live in the apartments where we are seeking DSPs have active lives in their communities, the Residential DSP will also be expected to provide community based support. Please apply to this posting only if you are available to work in East Harlem. We are currently seeking DSPs who are available to work on the weekends. Shifts can run from 9am to 3pm, 3pm to 9pm, or 9am to 9pm. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: ++Direct Support; Challenging Individuals To Grow In An Interdependent World By:++ • Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of someone's life by modeling and coaching, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing everything for them., • Providing opportunities for new experiences., • Getting involved in the community - recreation, shopping, building positive relationships, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Building a relationship based on respect, to enable you to offer support, guidance and direction when appropriate, • Facilitating any area in which someone may need support in order to achieve full life eg, buying clothes, sending birthday cards, mending clothes, redecorating a room, • Encouraging, teaching and assisting with household, community and personal responsibilities such as shopping, cleaning, banking, doctor appointments., • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships ++Teamwork; Building A Strong Team Able To Accomplish Goals By:++ • Offering support, respect and feedback to other team members, • Ensuring communication is clear, concise and honest, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Covering assigned shifts or finding a suitable replacement, giving adequate notice and informing the team., • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions, feeling, • Respecting the workplace physical structure, keeping it clean, safe and secure for those we support, • Assisting in meal preparation ++Health & Safety; Respecting Individuals Personal Health Needs By:++ • Administering medication correctly, • Being aware of and competent in dealing with individual medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Attending regularly and consistently to personal care needs such as bathing, hygiene, grooming etc. in a dignifying and respectful matter, • Accompanying individuals to doctors appointments, • Reading and initialing the consult sheet and following through with the information given by the doctor, • Ordering supplies in advance to ensure they arrive when needed eg. medication, gloves etc. ++Documentation/Communication; Ensuring Information Is Shared By:++ • Reading, documenting in and initialing log books and communication books before and after each shift as appropriate, • Writing reports immediately following an event eg. Doctor's appointment form, incident reports, etc., • Correctly documenting Personal Spending, Petty Cash, groceries, etc. immediately after an item is purchased, • Reading staff meeting minutes, • Meeting with team leader periodically for open communication Qualifications and Skills: • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Previous experience in supporting people with disabilities is a plus, but not required with other relevant experience, • Basic computer literacy to complete case notes and timesheets, • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, • Punctuality and consistent attendance are essential Rate: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment. Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Please submit your resume and thoughtful answers to the application questions via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Cerezmy Salcido 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. You must submit a resume AND cover letter to be considered for the position. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Supported Living

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  • Residential Direct Support Professional - Washington Heights
    Residential Direct Support Professional - Washington Heights
    12 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path is seeking Residential Direct Support Professionals (DSP) who are motivated, flexible, energetic, responsible, and organized. The role of the Residential DSP is to support people with developmental disabilities to live in homes that are truly their own, providing a warm and safe environment. Our approach is to provide assistance when needed while also empowering the people supported to have ownership of their responsibilities and to learn new skills. The women who live in the apartments where we are seeking DSPs have active lives in their communities, the Residential DSP will also be expected to provide community based support. Please apply to this posting only of you are available to work in Washington Heights. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: ++Direct Support; Challenging Individuals To Grow In An Interdependent World By:++ • Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of someone's life by modeling and coaching, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing everything for them., • Providing opportunities for new experiences., • Getting involved in the community - recreation, shopping, building positive relationships, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Building a relationship based on respect, to enable you to offer support, guidance and direction when appropriate, • Facilitating any area in which someone may need support in order to achieve full life eg, buying clothes, sending birthday cards, mending clothes, redecorating a room, • Encouraging, teaching and assisting with household, community and personal responsibilities such as shopping, cleaning, banking, doctor appointments., • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships ++Teamwork; Building A Strong Team Able To Accomplish Goals By:++ • Offering support, respect and feedback to other team members, • Ensuring communication is clear, concise and honest, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Covering assigned shifts or finding a suitable replacement, giving adequate notice and informing the team., • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions, feeling, • Respecting the workplace physical structure, keeping it clean, safe and secure for those we support, • Assisting in meal preparation ++Health & Safety; Respecting Individuals Personal Health Needs By:++ • Administering medication correctly, • Being aware of and competent in dealing with individual medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Attending regularly and consistently to personal care needs such as bathing, hygiene, grooming etc. in a dignifying and respectful matter, • Accompanying individuals to doctors appointments, • Reading and initialing the consult sheet and following through with the information given by the doctor, • Ordering supplies in advance to ensure they arrive when needed eg. medication, gloves etc. ++Documentation/Communication; Ensuring Information Is Shared By:++ • Reading, documenting in and initialing log books and communication books before and after each shift as appropriate, • Writing reports immediately following an event eg. Doctor's appointment form, incident reports, etc., • Correctly documenting Personal Spending, Petty Cash, groceries, etc. immediately after an item is purchased, • Reading staff meeting minutes, • Meeting with team leader periodically for open communication Qualifications and Skills: • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Previous experience in supporting people with disabilities is a plus, but not required with other relevant experience, • Basic computer literacy to complete case notes and timesheets, • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, • Punctuality and consistent attendance are essential Rate: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment. Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Please submit your resume and thoughtful answers to the application questions via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Cerezmy Salcido 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. You must submit a resume AND cover letter to be considered for the position. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Supported Living

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  • Residential Direct Support Professional - Astoria and Forest Hills
    Residential Direct Support Professional - Astoria and Forest Hills
    12 hours ago
    Part-time
    Astoria, Queens

    Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path is seeking Residential Direct Support Professionals (DSP) who are motivated, flexible, energetic, responsible, and organized. The role of the Residential DSP is to support people with developmental disabilities to live in homes that are truly their own, providing a warm and safe environment. Our approach is to provide assistance when needed while also empowering the people supported to have ownership of their responsibilities and to learn new skills. The men who live in the apartments where we are seeking DSPs have active lives in their communities, the Residential DSP will also be expected to provide community based support. Please apply to this posting only if you are available to work in Astoria or Forest Hills. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: ++Direct Support; Challenging Individuals To Grow In An Interdependent World By:++ • Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of someone's life by modeling and coaching, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing everything for them., • Providing opportunities for new experiences., • Getting involved in the community - recreation, shopping, building positive relationships, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Building a relationship based on respect, to enable you to offer support, guidance and direction when appropriate, • Facilitating any area in which someone may need support in order to achieve full life eg, buying clothes, sending birthday cards, mending clothes, redecorating a room, • Encouraging, teaching and assisting with household, community and personal responsibilities such as shopping, cleaning, banking, doctor appointments., • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships ++Teamwork; Building A Strong Team Able To Accomplish Goals By:++ • Offering support, respect and feedback to other team members, • Ensuring communication is clear, concise and honest, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Covering assigned shifts or finding a suitable replacement, giving adequate notice and informing the team., • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions, feeling, • Respecting the workplace physical structure, keeping it clean, safe and secure for those we support, • Assisting in meal preparation ++Health & Safety; Respecting Individuals Personal Health Needs By:++ • Administering medication correctly, • Being aware of and competent in dealing with individual medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Attending regularly and consistently to personal care needs such as bathing, hygiene, grooming etc. in a dignifying and respectful matter, • Accompanying individuals to doctors appointments, • Reading and initialing the consult sheet and following through with the information given by the doctor, • Ordering supplies in advance to ensure they arrive when needed eg. medication, gloves etc. ++Documentation/Communication; Ensuring Information Is Shared By:++ • Reading, documenting in and initialing log books and communication books before and after each shift as appropriate, • Writing reports immediately following an event eg. Doctor's appointment form, incident reports, etc., • Correctly documenting Personal Spending, Petty Cash, groceries, etc. immediately after an item is purchased, • Reading staff meeting minutes, • Meeting with team leader periodically for open communication Qualifications and Skills: • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Previous experience in supporting people with disabilities is a plus, but not required with other relevant experience, • Basic computer literacy to complete case notes and timesheets, • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, • Punctuality and consistent attendance are essential Rate: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment. Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Please submit your resume and thoughtful answers to the application questions via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Cerezmy Salcido 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. You must submit a resume AND cover letter to be considered for the position. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Supported Living

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