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What 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
DSP (Direct Support Professional) - Braverhood Join our Passionate Team of Providers! We’re creating a world where no one faces obstacles alone. Instead, parents and families are embraced by a supportive and caring community, empowered to care for their loved ones, and liberated to create the best possible life. If you are an individual passionate about helping children and young adults with developmental disabilities and medical + mental health challenges, we encourage you to apply! Braverhood is looking to hire a part time DSP (Direct Support Professional) in Staten Island and the New York City metropolitan area (Brooklyn, NYC, the Bronx, Queens, Long Island and Staten Island) to provide support for individuals both in the home and within the community. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DSP (Direct Support Professional) ● Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (i.e. social interactions and other activities of daily living) ● Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action ● Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis ● Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities in the home and within the community ● Attend mandatory staff meeting and training once a year ● Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time ● Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DSP (Direct Support Professional) ●ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMMITMENT a must for this position! ●BACHELOR OF ARTS degree (BA) required ●Experience with the special needs community - preferably with children or young adults -by taking them out in the community and helping them to integrate into society by helping them with communication and social skills ● Reliable Transportation is required ● Drivers license and vehicle are preferred ● Must be a U.S Citizen or have a work permit ● Once hired, an online DSP training course must be completed ● Must be able to show up to work on time *Dress code: Casual - come as you are, but please dress appropriately and respectfully. Benefits: Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Paid training American Sign Language and Spanish speakers welcome. Must speak English.