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
Position: Custodian Program/Department: Young Women’s Shelter Reports to: Program/Site Director, Facilities Coordinator or Director of Facilities Work Location: 968 3rd Ave., Brooklyn NY, 11232 tatus/Hours: Full time - Hours - 8:00 am-4:00pm with ability to some evenings and weekends depending on program needs Salary Range: $16.50 per hour - $16.50 per hour FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Summary The custodial worker is responsible for maintaining the interior and exterior of the building, ensuring a safe, clean and pleasant environment for all staff, residents and visitors. Responsibilities: Provide daily cleaning of the facility and facility grounds, including snow and ice removal. Maintain the exterior of the building free from graffiti and other conditions that are unsightly. Perform routine maintenance inspections. Conduct routine inspections and perform seasonal cleaning and repairs of A/C and heating units. Strip and wax floors. Clean and replace light bulbs, clean light fixtures. Remove debris/leaves from the roof to unclog drains and prevent building leaks. Clean all bathrooms including fixtures, urinals, toilets, wash halls and tiles. Remove, Recycle, garbage and trash. Keep inventory of distributed sanitary supplies as needed. Unpack and stock supplies. Inform Supervisor of needed sanitary and cleaning supplies. Repair equipment and furniture as needed. Assemble furniture, equipment and other miscellaneous items. Assist with deliveries, pick-ups and drop-offs as needed. Perform maintenance and minor repairs (replacing broken switches, fixing door handles, minor leaks etc.) Report major damages and oversee repairs Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows and setting up the alarm Perform other related duties as directed by a program/site director, facilities coordinator, Director of Facilities, or maintenance supervisor. Qualifications/Skills: High school diploma or GED preferred Ability to interact with the client population. Ability to effectively work in a team environment. MUST be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds. MUST be able to ascend/descend up to 8 flights of stairs. MUST be able to work with hazardous substances with proper PPE (personal protective equipment). DRIVERS LICENSE with a clean driving record A PLUS! OMH Fingerprinting and criminal background check required. Commitment to BCS’s mission, vision, and values Any previous maintenance experience preferred BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities Benefits This position is eligible to participate in BCS's generous paid time off and benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, tax free flexible spending accounts, 403(b), and eligibility for the public service loan forgiveness program