Direct Support Professional (Day Habilitation)

S:US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance

403(b)

FSAs

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacations and Holidays

Job summary

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) in New York City is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to assist individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities in daily living, community-based activities, and classroom learning. The Day Habilitation Specialist role emphasizes skill development and safety in varied settings.

We offer diverse shifts, union benefits, and opportunities for internal promotion. S:US is an equal opportunity employer and invites qualified applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required. Associates Degree preferred.
• AMAP certified, SCIP-R trained, CPR & First Aid Trained.

Responsibilities

• Assists each consumer in skill development in independent living, adaptive behaviors, socialization and daily living.
• Supervises consumers in the community and in group sessions to reinforce learned skills.
• Leads group sessions and facilitates discussions to teach practical community skills.
• Provides progress reports and tracks valued outcomes per Day Habilitation Plan.
• Documents weekly outcomes in line with the Day Habilitation Plan.

Skills

Experience with adults with DD

Direct care awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

Min

USD $20.00/Hr.

Max

USD $20.00/Hr.

Position Overview

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations.

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiringDirect Support Professionals (DSPs)to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best lifein a safe environment. Join our team to start your career in social services while learning from the best experts in the field.

S:US offers a variety of shift and schedule options across our programs, 1199 union benefits, and a 10-percent internal promotion rate organization-wide. Schedule availability varies by program and position, and employees are hired into a specific schedule that is confirmed during the hiring process.

The Day Habilitation Specialist provides individuals with developmental disabilities with skill development through a combination of community & classroom learning experiences.

Position Summary: The Day Habilitation Specialist provides individuals with developmental disabilities with skill development through a combination of community & classroom learning experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Assists each consumer in skill development in areas such as independent living, adaptive behaviors, socialization, recreation and activities of daily living.
• Supervises consumers in the community, using various experiences to reinforce skills being taught in group session while ensuring their safety.
• Leads group sessions with consumers and facilitate the discussions to provide learning skills to be used in their community.
• Provides annual and semi-annual progress reports regarding valued outcomes.
• Assesses the needs of lower functioning and/or non-verbal consumers through observations and evaluations; their valued outcomes will be developed and addressed.
• Provides input and ensures compliance with the valued outcomes in the ISP and Day Habilitation Plan.
• Provides weekly documentation of outcomes being worked towards with each individual in accordance with his/her Day Habilitation Plan.

Benefits Overview:We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance;403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required. Associates Degree preferred.
• At least one year experience providing direct care services to adults with a developmental disability.
• AMAP certified, SCIP-R trained, CPR & First Aid Trained

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on ourBenefits Pageand see how S:US invests in you.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individualpotentialand continuous quality improvement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equalopportunityand reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use ofservicesanimals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact theLeave [e-mail].

ID

2026-19133

Work Location

In Person