Day Support Professional, Day Habilitation Services

Heartshare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Health, dental, vision and life ins.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible spending account (Dependent/医

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Heartshare in New York seeks a Day Support Professional (DSP) to implement person-centered services for individuals with developmental disabilities and support their goals and well‑being in program and community settings.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or GED, a valid NYS driver’s license, and a DSP/CNA certificate preferred; one+ year of relevant experience is valued. The package includes comprehensive benefits and time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid NYS driver’s license required.
• CNA or DSP certificate from an accredited organization preferred.
• One or more years’ experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement individuals’ plans and participate in activities aligned with goals and outcomes.
• Support and teach individuals across settings to develop skills and participation.
• Promote community inclusion and friendships with neighbors and peers.
• Maintain communications with family, advocates, and service providers.
• Transport individuals or assist with public transportation as needed.
• Participate in planning recreational activities and PPT meetings.
• Document data accurately in medical, behavioral, and service records.
• Provide appropriate supervision and ensure staff are trained on LOS when needed.
• Support program services including toileting, showering, meal prep, and cleanliness.
• Protect confidentiality and report incidents promptly.
• Ensure safe storage of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and report hazards.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

NYS Driver's license

CNA or DSP certificate preferred

Job description

Initial offers are made at the hourly base rate of $20.50. Additional compensation may be available after hire based on factors such as driving responsibilities, required certifications (e.g., AMAP), and length of time in the role. Pay increases within the range are based on certifications, training completion, and job performance.

Hourly rate is only one part of Heartshare’s total compensation package, which may also include a bi-annual discretionary bonus.

The Day Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for implementing person-centered services for each individual. This includes ensuring implementation of the individual’s services, goals and outcomes in relation to program-based and community inclusion activities. In addition, the Day Support Professional is directly responsible for the individual’s overall physical and emotional well‑being.

Primary Responsibilities And Essential Functions Of Position

• Implement individuals’ plans, consistent with their specific services, goals and outcomes. Participate in the planning and implementation of activities, both at the program and in the community, that address these goals and outcomes.
• Support and teach individuals according to their services, goals and outcomes. Actively engage individuals in skills development, socialization and task participation across all settings. Ensure that supports are provided with consideration for each person’s individualized needs and routines.
• Promote and support the inclusion of individuals in their community according to their unique needs, interests, and desires. Model and encourage interaction between individuals and community members. Foster individuals’ personal growth by assisting in forming and maintaining friendships with neighbors, co‑workers and peers.
• Assist in maintaining positive communications with family members, advocates, and service providers as per program needs.
• Transport individuals or assist them in taking public transportation, as required.
• Participate in planning recreational activities and outings.
• Participate as requested in the Program Planning Team (PPT) meetings.
• Document necessary information and data in areas such as medical, behavioral, individualized services, goals and outcomes, fire safety, community inclusion, communication books, etc., ensuring their accuracy and completeness.
• Complete all written reports and documentation on a timely basis.
• Provide appropriate levels of supervision on an individualized basis for staff and individuals, ensuring staff are trained on the LOS for each person.
• Actively engage in all program services such as toileting, showering, behavioral interventions, community inclusion, emergencies, meal prep, physical plant cleanliness, etc. as needed and required.
• Safeguard and respect the confidentiality and privacy of all staff and individuals.
• Report all incidents to program management immediately upon discovery.
• Ensure that equipment and supplies are appropriately and safely stored.
• Clean as frequently and thoroughly as necessary to meet program cleanliness standards. Report any hazards or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.
• Maintain certification in AMAP, CPR/First Aid and SCIP, as required.
• Undertake any additional tasks and initiatives within the scope of the role as per the specific needs of the programs and individuals and as assigned by supervisor.
• Meet or exceed the DSP Core Competencies Standards by the end of the 1st year of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid NYS driver's license required.
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant certification) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) certificate from an accredited public or private organization preferred.
• One or more years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Benefits

What we offer once you join our growing family:

• Rewarding work in a team environment.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Gympass Discount.
• Verizon Wireless Discount.
• BJ's Membership discount.
• Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more.

Heartshare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to [e-mail].