Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

YAI - Seeing beyond disability; Village of Hastings-on-Hudson (NY); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

DailyPay available

Tuition reimbursement

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation

Résumé du poste

YAI - Seeing beyond disability in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, is seeking compassionateDirect Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will provide day-to-day support, supervision, and engagement in activities, ensuring safety and adherence to plans.

This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and requires strong communication and empathy.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to meet essential physical demands (standing, walking, lifting up to 25 lbs).
• Ability to work beyond regular hours including holidays as needed.
• SCIP‑R and other certifications required within 1 year of appointment.

Responsabilités

• Assist individuals in maximizing strengths and goals, using person-first language.
• Provide supervision and safety to individuals at all times.
• Administer medications as prescribed per guidelines.
• Assist with ADLs and transportation to activities and appointments.
• Maintain documentation in electronic health records and complete required paperwork.

Connaissances

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Formation

HS diploma or equivalent

Outils

Workday

Description du poste

YAI - Seeing beyond disability in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, is seeking compassionateDirect Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will provide day-to-day support, supervision, and engagement in activities, ensuring safety and adherence to plans.

This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and requires strong communication and empathy.