Direct Support Professional: Build Lives, Grow Your Career

sus.com; Jamaica (VT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living their best life within a safe environment in NYC.

The role offers various shift options, 1199 union benefits, and a strong internal promotion rate across the organization. Training is provided, with emphasis on compassionate care and professional growth within the social services field.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• One year experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred.
• Preferred Certifications: AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR & First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation services to clients as prescribed in service plans.
• Assist clients in activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation and socialization.
• With training, administer medication as assigned per policies and procedures.
• Meet clients' nutritional needs per prescribed diet and assist with feeding.
• Report deficiencies or issues to management promptly.

Skills

Direct service professional

Counselor

Residential counselor

Direct care

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living their best life within a safe environment in NYC.

The role offers various shift options, 1199 union benefits, and a strong internal promotion rate across the organization. Training is provided, with emphasis on compassionate care and professional growth within the social services field.