Direct Support Professional - Day Hab - Full Time - Days

Intandem; Town of Allegany (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Intandem seeks a Direct Support Professional to enhance quality of life for people with developmental disabilities. You will read, implement and document services per individualized plans, ensure safe behavior management and promote self-advocacy.

You will support meal planning, food preparation, and daily living skills, coordinating with supervisors and staff. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license preferred, and a willingness to obtain CPI certification and NYS DSP

Qualifications

• Willingness to obtain CPI certification.
• Proficiency in NYS DSP Core.
• Ability to communicate professionally with staff, people we serve and families.

Responsibilities

• Directly support individuals to enhance quality of life according to their service plans.
• Read, implement and document services, ensuring safety and effective behavior management.
• Assist with meal planning, food preparation, storage and handling; support personal growth and self-advocacy.

Skills

CPI Certification

NYS DSP Core proficiency

Professional communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE: Direct Support Professional

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Day Habilitation

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Day Habilitation Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY

Enhance quality of life for people with developmental disabilities by performing direct support services. Reads, implements and documents services according to individual service plans and procedures. Ensures safe and effective behavior management. Supports a person’s unique capacities, personality and potential and promotes self-advocacy. Facilitates personal growth and development, supports and services including supporting individuals to overcome barriers and challenges. Demonstrates and assists in meal planning and food preparation, storage and handling.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to perform all job functions in accordance with agency values

Minimum Education, Training & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Driver’s license and acceptable driving record preferred

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability and willingness to obtain Certification in CPI (behavior certification)
• Ability and willingness to Achieve and maintain (through agency training) proficiency in all of the following NYS DSP Core
• Ability to communicate professionally with various levels of staff, People We Serve and family members

SALARY

$17 per hour starting rate