Direct Support Pro: Housing & Personal Growth

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc.; Village of Lindenhurst (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work closely with the people we support in New York, helping them achieve daily living skills, personal goals and informed decision-making.

The role requires English literacy to complete training, follow plans, and document care. You will partner with the care team to promote health, safety and community involvement, transport clients when needed, and help implement service plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Experience performing related job duties preferred
• Not required, training will be provided upon hire as needed
• Functional proficiency in spoken and written English
• Proficient computer skills preferred
• Proficient writing skills with grasp of basic grammar and spelling
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others informed and anticipating needs is essential
• Must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License and satisfy criteria to be a driver for the agency required

Responsibilities

• Works with the people we support to help them identify and realize their personal life goals.
• Advocates with the people we support in a variety of situations.
• Works with the people we support to teach them new life skills.
• Works in partnership with the people we support to promote their health and safety.
• Assists the people we support to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and valued social roles.
• Works with the people we support and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop service plans that aid the person in achieving their personal life goals.
• Provides positive behavior support to the people we support as necessary.
• Prevents, recognizes and reports abuse toward the people we support.
• Accurately documents service provision, daily notes and other information as required.
• Promotes and supports community involvement for the people we support.
• Transports clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle.
• Performs other healthcare-related tasks as needed.
• Ensures that all required documentation (paper and electronic) is completed /processed appropriately, in a timely manner, and meets quality and compliance thresholds.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer skills

Writing skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work closely with the people we support in New York, helping them achieve daily living skills, personal goals and informed decision-making.

The role requires English literacy to complete training, follow plans, and document care. You will partner with the care team to promote health, safety and community involvement, transport clients when needed, and help implement service plans.