Direct Support Professional

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) retirement

Credit Union

FSAs

Disability Insurance

Transportation Plan

Paid Vacations/Holidays

Job summary

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) in New York City is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living independently and safely. You will work across programs, with schedule options and union benefits, including a 403(b) plan and paid time off.

The role requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to follow individualized service plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s 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 (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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s 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 a variety of shift and schedule options across our programs, 1199 union benefits, and a 10‑percent internal promotion rate organization‑wide. Schedule availability varies by program and position, and employees are hired into a specific schedule that is confirmed during the hiring process.

Salary: Minimum $20.00/Hr. Maximum $20.00/Hr.

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

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision and Life Insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Credit Union membership
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability insurance
• Transportation Plan
• Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree preferred.
• One year’s experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred.
• Preferred certifications: AMAP, SCIP‑R, CPR & First Aid.

Vaccination Requirement

Effective August 30, 2021, unless granted a reasonable accommodation for disability, all new hires must show proof of vaccination against the COVID‑19 virus. If hired for one of our city‑sponsored programs, this requirement must be met by your date of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. 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. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [e-mail].

Additional Information

ID: 2026-18651

Work Location: In Person