Community Transportation & Support Specialist

Iyaho Social Services Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Iyaho Social Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide transportation and daily living support to individuals, supporting community integration and achievement of personal goals.

The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and respectful interaction with individuals and families. Responsibilities include implementing support plans, maintaining records, completing trainings, and collaborating with supervisors to ensure quality care and progress toward goals in a day hab

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation for individuals from home to day hab site and back, using company vehicle.
• Transports individuals for community integration activities using the company vehicle.
• Creates a healthy, safe, comfortable and productive environment for individuals served.
• Supports individuals in community integration activities to meet personal goals.
• Follows agency safety policies and procedures in all environments.
• Implements individuals' support plans as written.
• Assists individuals with activities of daily living.
• Gathers knowledge of individual outcomes and integrates goals into daily activities.
• Maintains confidentiality of all personal information.
• Treats individuals, families, coworkers, and supervisors with dignity and respect.
• Encourages community involvement and social relationships.
• Exhibits professional behavior toward individuals and staff.
• Provides clear, accurate, and timely records and documentation.
• Participates in and completes periodic training and certification.
• Reports concerns to supervisor promptly and reports abuse or neglect immediately.
• Completes monthly notes showing progress; performs other tasks as assigned.

Job description

Iyaho Social Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide transportation and daily living support to individuals, supporting community integration and achievement of personal goals.

The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and respectful interaction with individuals and families. Responsibilities include implementing support plans, maintaining records, completing trainings, and collaborating with supervisors to ensure quality care and progress toward goals in a day hab