Direct Support Professional

Braverhood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Braverhood in New York is seeking a part-time DSP (Direct Support Professional) to provide support for individuals in the home and in the community. You will help clients engage in daily living skills, social activities, and personal goals, guided by a caring team. Must speak Cantonese and English, have reliable transportation, a driver’s license, and be a U.S.

citizen or have a work permit. You’ll work with Case Supervisors on monthly goals, document progress, attend training, and ensure all

Qualifications

• Must speak Cantonese as well as English.
• Experience with the special needs community, preferably with children or young adults.
• Reliable Transportation is required; Driver's license and vehicle are REQUIRED.
• Must be a U.S Citizen or have a work permit.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment to help individuals reach personal goals (social interactions and activities of daily living).
• Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action.
• Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis.
• Provide support for individuals with developmental disabilities in the home and in the community.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training once a year.
• Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time.
• Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations.

Skills

Bilingual Cantonese & English

Communication with individuals with DD

Time management

Job description

DSP (Direct Support Professional) - Braverhood

Join our Passionate Team of Providers! We’re creating a world where no one faces obstacles alone. Instead, parents and families are embraced by a supportive and caring community, empowered to care for their loved ones, and liberated to create the best possible life. If you are an individual passionate about helping children and young adults with developmental disabilities and medical + mental health challenges, we encourage you to apply!

Braverhood is looking to hire part time DSP (Direct Support Professional) to provide support for individuals both in the home and within the community

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DSP (Direct Support Professional)

• Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (i.e.social interactions and other activities of daily living)
• Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action
• Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis
• Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities in the home and within the community
• Attend mandatory staff meeting and training once a year
• Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time
• Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Must speak Cantonese as well as English.

• ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMMITMENT
• Experience with the special needs community - preferably with children or young adults -by taking them out in the community and helping them to integrate into society by helping them with communication and social skills
• Reliable Transportation is required
• Drivers license and vehicle are REQUIRED!!
• Must be a U.S Citizen or have a work permit
• Once hired, an online DSP training course must be completed
• Must be able to show up to work on time

*Dress code: Casual - come as you are, but please dress appropriately and respectfully.