Day Program Direct Support Professional

TIEGERMAN (formerly School for Language & Communication Development); Day (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiegerman seeks a Direct Support Professional for Day Habilitation Programs in New York. The DSP will maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment and provide tailored supports to help individuals live more independently.

Responsibilities include aiding daytime activities, supporting personal hygiene, crisis intervention, documenting care, and transporting participants to community outings. Position is full-time, non-exempt, with a NYS driver’s license required, and reports to the

Responsibilities

• Assist/monitor/teach individuals with daytime activity preparation and encourage good personal hygiene
• Meet with individuals individually to discuss concerns and problems
• Supervise individuals in on-site and off-site activities
• Handle emergency situations appropriately
• Utilize crisis interventions when necessary
• Complete required documentation and provide first-aid assistance as needed
• Ensure individuals follow routines
• Perform other duties as assigned by management
• Report suspected abuse and neglect to supervisor within one hour
• Transport individuals to and from community outings
• Must hold a NYS driver’s license for at least three years for full-time consideration

Job description

Tiegerman seeks a Direct Support Professional for Day Habilitation Programs in New York. The DSP will maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment and provide tailored supports to help individuals live more independently.

Responsibilities include aiding daytime activities, supporting personal hygiene, crisis intervention, documenting care, and transporting participants to community outings. Position is full-time, non-exempt, with a NYS driver’s license required, and reports to the