Direct Support Professional: Community Inclusion & Care

Heartshar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick days

Holidays

403(B) retirement plan

Health, dental, vision

EAP

Flexible spending account

Gympass Discount

Verizon Wireless Discount

Broadway tickets & more

Job summary

Heartshare seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in New York to implement person-centered services for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will support goals and promote community inclusion, assisting with transportation, activities, and daily living tasks while maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring confidentiality.

The role emphasizes hands-on support, behavior interventions, and collaboration with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or CNA strongly preferred but not required.
• 1 year or more experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid NYS driver's license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Implement individuals’ plans aligned with services, goals and outcomes.
• Plan and implement activities in program and community to meet goals.
• Support individuals according to services and outcomes; promote inclusion.
• Document information in medical, behavioral, and service records accurately and timely.
• Provide appropriate supervision and train staff on LOS as needed.
• Meet or exceed DSP Core Competencies Standards by end of 1st year.

Skills

AMAP

CPR/First Aid

SCIP

Communication

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma, GED or CNA

Job description

Heartshare seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in New York to implement person-centered services for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will support goals and promote community inclusion, assisting with transportation, activities, and daily living tasks while maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring confidentiality.

The role emphasizes hands-on support, behavior interventions, and collaboration with families and professionals.