Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Heartshar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Health, dental, vision and life ins.

EAP and 403(B) retirement plans

Tuition Assistance and Professional 1

Job summary

Heartshare is hiring Direct Support Professionals in New York to implement person-centered services and support individuals’ health, safety, and community participation. You will work under supervision to assist with daily living, hygiene, mobility, meals, and social activities.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, participating in trainings, and adhering to care plans. AMAP/CPR/First Aid/SCIP certifications are required and strongly encouraged for career growth.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to person-centered services and community inclusion.
• Ability to assist with personal hygiene, mobility, meals, and daily living activities.
• Maintain certifications (AMAP, CPR, First Aid, SCIP) as required.

Responsibilities

• Implement services, goals, and outcomes with individuals in program and community activities.
• Support health and safety, assist with transfers, lifts, and basic care tasks.
• Document care plans, attend trainings, and collaborate with staff and families.

Skills

NYS driver's license

AMAP certification

CPR

First Aid

SCIP

Education

High School Diploma or GED; CNA preferred

Job description

Heartshare is hiring Direct Support Professionals in New York to implement person-centered services and support individuals’ health, safety, and community participation. You will work under supervision to assist with daily living, hygiene, mobility, meals, and social activities.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, participating in trainings, and adhering to care plans. AMAP/CPR/First Aid/SCIP certifications are required and strongly encouraged for career growth.