Direct Support Professional 1:1 (Full-Time)

Community Options, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth Opportuni

Great coworkers/team that support you

University partnerships with tuition结合

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit serving individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are Now Hiring Full-Time a Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Manhattan, NY to provide person-centered care to support an individual with high behavioral needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! We provide PAID training! Starting pay is $20.00/per hour As a DSP, you will assist with daily routines, health monitoring, community participation

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Employment contingent upon checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Skills

Direct care

Crisis management

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are Now Hiring Full-Time a Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Manhattan, NY to provide person-centered care to support an individual with high behavioral needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! We provide PAID training! Starting pay is $20.00/per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities


• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene


• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns


• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills


• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities


• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community


• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely


• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families


• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned


• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED


• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record


• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports


• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations


• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).


• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).


• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.


• 403b Retirement Plan.


• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.


• Great coworkers/team that support you!


• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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