Compassionate Night-Shift Direct Support Professional

Puerto Rican Family Institute; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Puerto Rican Family Institute in Bronx, NY is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide daily support for developmentally disabled adults in Bronx residences. The role emphasizes safe, compassionate care, medication administration, and active engagement in residents' daily activities.

The position is part-time with evening shifts Thursday through Sunday, requiring AMAP, CPR/First Aid, and SCIP-R certifications or the ability to obtain them within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• OPWDD experience preferred.
• AMAP, CPR/First Aid and SCIP-R certifications required or obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintains daily records on each consumer (Medication).
• Administers medications as assigned by managers (AMAP Certification Required).
• Never leave the resident alone or unsupervised.
• Provide supervision and physical assistance during duties.
• Drive agency vehicles to facilitate activities and programming.
• Complete other duties as assigned by residence manager or supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization / detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AMAP Certification

CPR / First Aid

SCIP-R Certification

Job description

Puerto Rican Family Institute in Bronx, NY is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide daily support for developmentally disabled adults in Bronx residences. The role emphasizes safe, compassionate care, medication administration, and active engagement in residents' daily activities.

The position is part-time with evening shifts Thursday through Sunday, requiring AMAP, CPR/First Aid, and SCIP-R certifications or the ability to obtain them within six months.