Direct Support Professional DSP 1 - Flushing, Queens

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of those you support, helping them achieve their goals and integrate into the community. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference while working in a collaborative environment. With flexible scheduling options and a commitment to employee well-being, this is an ideal role for compassionate individuals eager to contribute to a meaningful mission. Embrace a career that allows you to inspire and uplift others every day.

Benefits

DailyPay

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation

403(b) retirement with employer match

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Discounts on travel and entertainment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; experience in I/DD field is a plus.
• Valid NY State Driver's License may be required depending on the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services, including counseling and personal care assistance.
• Support health, safety, and wellness of individuals with I/DD.
• Facilitate community integration and recreational activities.

Skills

Counseling

Training in ADLs

Crisis intervention

Building positive relationships

Documentation

Community integration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience in I/DD field

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Defensive Driving certification

Job description

Direct Support Professional DSP 1 - Flushing, Queens

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About the Position

We are hiring a Direct Support Professional in Queens locations. The ideal candidate possesses a wide range of skills and is eager to promote YAI's mission of supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities.

DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person's home, in their family's home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community.

YAI's Mission:

Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you!

Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at ~~~/careers.

Key Responsibilities

1. To provide direct care services as needed, including counseling, training in ADLs (Assisted Daily Living skills), assistance with personal care, medical, dietary, social, sexual, recreational, financial, habilitative and other needs within the program.
2. Ensure the health, safety, and wellness of the people we support.
3. Support with intimate care functions.
4. Build and maintain positive relationships.
5. Participate in the development of treatment plans.
6. Crisis intervention and management.
7. Complete mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as apply skills.
8. Meet, demonstrate, and model OPWDD Core Competencies.
9. Assist the people we support in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities through teaching, self-advocacy, and emotional support.
10. Facilitate community integration, recreational activities, and socialization.
11. Complete documentation to ensure compliance and billing.
12. Train/present to a team.
13. Take on additional tasks outside of basic DSP work/completing job related tasks as needed.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED preferred. Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions). For DSP 2 positions, at least 1-2 years work experience in the I/DD field. Valid NY State Driver's License may be required depending upon the position. Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions.

Location

• Flushing, Queens (Esther Silfen IRA)

Schedule

• Full-time, part-time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning, evening, and overnight schedules.

DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!

Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for full-time positions).

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.

403(b) retirement with employer match.

Life insurance and long-term disability.

Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more!

Compensation

• $16.50/hour to $18.00/hour (depending on experience)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.