Direct Support Professional

Braverhood; Town of Carmel (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Braverhood seeks Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support individuals with developmental disabilities in home and community settings in Carmel, NY. Roles include helping with daily living, social skills, and community integration. Must be dependable, with a high school diploma and reliable transportation; driver’s license and vehicle are required.

Positions available as part-time and full-time. Training will be provided online after hire.

Qualifications

• Accountability and commitment required for the role.
• Experience with the special needs community is preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to commute to assigned locations.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment to help individuals achieve personal goals and social skills.
• Collaborate with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and action plans.
• Document services and client progress daily and monthly.
• Provide support for individuals with developmental disabilities in home and community settings.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training; submit paperwork on time.
• Adhere to agency and OPWDD regulations.

Education

High School Diploma

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 and full-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)

• ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMMITMENT a must for this position!
• High School Diploma needed
• 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.