Direct Support Professional

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance

403(b)

Short-and-Long-Term Disability

Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

Job summary

A respected disability services organization in New York City seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. This role includes providing habilitation services, skill development, and ensuring nutritional needs are met. Competitive salary starting at $19.00/hr along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and more. Applicants with HS Diploma or GED and preferred certifications are invited to apply.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required, Associates Degree preferred.
• One year’s experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred.
• Preferred Certifications: AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR & First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in that client’s service plans.
• Assist clients in skill development in areas such as daily living and socialization.
• Administer medication to clients as assigned and with appropriate training.
• Ensure clients’ nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet.
• Report any deficiencies or concerns regarding client services to management.

Skills

Direct service professional

Counselor

Habilitation specialist

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associates Degree

Job description

Position Overview

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations. Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best life in a safe environment. Join our team to start your career in social services while learning from the best experts in the field. S:US offers flexible scheduling, 1199 union benefits, and boasts a 10‑percent internal promotion rate organization‑wide. The salary for this position is minimum and maximum $19.00/hr. This opportunity is located at our program on Northern Blvd in Douglaston NY.

Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in that client’s service plans (CFA, Individual Service plan, Habilitation plan)
• Assist each client, as needed, in skill development in areas such as activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation and socialization
• With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication to clients as assigned and in compliance with management, medical and nursing policies and procedures
• Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet, and assist with feeding as necessary
• Report immediately any observed/known deficiencies or own inability in providing habilitation services to clients, as well as all types of abuse and other facility problems, including physical plant/safety issues to management

Benefits Overview

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required, Associates Degree preferred
• One year’s experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred
• Preferred Certifications: AMAP, SCIP‑R, CPR & First Aid

Keywords

Direct service professional, counselor, residential counselor, direct care counselor, habilitation specialist, human services, social services, social worker, case manager, health services, developmental disabilities, mental health behavioral health, OPWDD, SUS

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of service animals.