Day Habilitation Direct Support Specialist

Opengate, Inc.; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401k

Employer-paid vision and dental

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time-off

Job summary

Opengate, Inc. in Hawthorne, NY is hiring a Direct Support Professional-DH WithOut Walls to support people with IDD in day habilitation and in the community. You will assist with ADLs, accompany participants in recreational activities, document services, and follow safety protocols.

A driving component and local travel are required. Required is a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; one year of IDD experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required or key; must have a valid Driver's license.
• One year's experience working with I/DD population preferred.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the day habilitation program site and in the community.
• Help assess needs and advocate to ensure appropriate services and safety.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation of services and supports.
• Complete Behavior Intervention Reports and Medical Intervention Reports as required.
• Develop knowledge of behavior management programs and participate in ADL support.
• Drive Opengate vehicles to transport people receiving services.
• Participate in fire drills and safety training as scheduled.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Opengate, Inc. in Hawthorne, NY is hiring a Direct Support Professional-DH WithOut Walls to support people with IDD in day habilitation and in the community. You will assist with ADLs, accompany participants in recreational activities, document services, and follow safety protocols.

A driving component and local travel are required. Required is a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; one year of IDD experience is preferred.