Direct Support Professional

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; Village of Cedarhurst (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools is seeking a dedicated assistant to support individuals with disabilities in a daily program. The role involves organizing activities to build communication, socialization, and self-advocacy skills while ensuring safety and well-being during community placements.

You will acclimate participants to volunteer sites, provide training, and document progress in compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and experience with individuals with disabilities in community-based settings.
• Valid NYS Driver's license.
• Experience in community-based settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and carry out a schedule of activities to enhance core skills.
• Acclimate individuals to community volunteer sites and review safety procedures.
• Train individuals in tasks at volunteer sites and maximize independence.
• Ensure well-being and safety of individuals served, including travel training.
• Maintain a sanitary and safe environment in facilities and at placements.
• Document services in compliance with regulations within set time frames.
• Drive participants to and from activities throughout the day.
• Attend team meetings, professional development opportunities and parent conferences.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong teaching

Patience teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NYS Driver's License

Job description

Functions:

• Create and carry out a schedule of activities that enhance core skills such as, but not limited to, communication and socialization, self-advocacy, hygiene and grooming, knowledge of available community resources, health and wellness, housekeeping and travel and safety skills.

• Acclimate and orient individuals served to community-based volunteer sites as well as review all safety precautions and preparedness routines.

• Train individuals in tasks expected at volunteer sites when indicated. Develop, create, and implement coaching strategies to expedite skill acquisition for those served, and always maximize independence.

• Ensure the well-being and safety of all individuals served, including providing travel training skills to and from community-based locations.

• Help maintain a sanitary and safe environment both in the facility and at community routine placements. Report all equipment and/or maintenance needs in a timely manner.

• Document services provided in compliance with agency, local, state and federal regulations within expected time frames.

• Drive participants to and from activities throughout the day.

• Attend team meetings, professional development opportunities and parent conferences.

Skills:

- Excellent Communication skills

- Strong teaching skills

- Ability to demonstrate patience, creative thinking, and exhibit great teamwork.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED and increased experience working with individuals with disabilities in community-based settings
• Clean and valid NYS Driver’s License

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8a-3p