Direct Support Professional - DSP 1 (Day Habilitation)

YAI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to join their Day Habilitation Services team in Queens. This role focuses on empowering individuals with developmental disabilities through personalized support, fostering independence, and enhancing life skills. The position involves providing direct care, implementing individualized teaching strategies, and ensuring the health and safety of those served. With a commitment to community inclusion and personal growth, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment, where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

DailyPay

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred for candidates.
• Experience in the I/DD field is a plus, especially for DSP 2.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services and support for individual needs.
• Implement teaching strategies and maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Complete documentation and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Direct care services

Counseling

ADL training

Communication skills

Documentation

Teaching strategies

Supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience in I/DD field

Valid NY State Driver's License

Job description

Direct Support Professional - DSP 1 (Day Habilitation)

YAI/NIPD Network

About the Position

We are hiring Direct Support Professionals for our Day Habilitation Services in Queens.

YAI's day programs are designed to assist individuals in acquiring, retaining, or improving self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills, including communication, travel, and other areas in adult education. The activities and environments are crafted to foster life skills development and social behavior adaptation, aiming for greater independence.

The day program emphasizes community inclusion through volunteer work, relationship building, self-advocacy, and informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services, including counseling, ADL training, personal care, and support for medical, dietary, social, sexual, recreational, financial, habilitative, and other needs.
• Ensure the health, safety, and wellness of the individuals served.
• Implement progressive teaching strategies to meet individualized goals, utilizing foundational teaching skills such as EMOE, task analysis, and supports/modifications.
• Maintain a conducive learning environment using methods like Personal Outcome Measures, Person-Centered Thinking, and Informed Decision-Making.
• Complete thorough and timely documentation to meet regulatory and billing requirements.
• Deliver services consistently according to scheduled plans, respecting individuals' routines.
• Implement day program plans promoting self-determination, independence, and community involvement.
• Collect and report data for program plans, including behavior and treatment plans, and write case notes and incident reports.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal modes with all stakeholders.
• Complete mandatory trainings (CPR/First Aid, SCIP, etc.) and apply learned skills.
• Supervise individuals during recreational, community, and volunteer activities, and assist with personal purchases and fund management.
• Perform additional tasks related to DSP duties as needed.
• Demonstrate strong writing skills, with the ability to analyze and summarize data in progress notes.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in the I/DD field is a plus; for DSP 2, at least three years of experience is required.
• Valid NY State Driver's License is advantageous.
• Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions.

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Bayside), 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (Kew Gardens)

Benefits include DailyPay, medical and dental insurance, paid time off, 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching, life insurance, disability coverage, and discounts on various services.

Compensation

• $16.78/hour

YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.