Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Community Habilitation

Daybreak Independent Services, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Short term disability

Sick and vacation time for eligible employees

Job summary

A community service organization in New York seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to enhance independence for individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include implementing individualized support plans and guiding individuals towards functional independence. The ideal candidate should have effective communication skills and be fluent in both Spanish and English. This part-time role offers competitive hourly wages along with sick and vacation time for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in Health or Human Services field.
• SCIP / CPR / First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual service plans to increase independence.
• Engage individuals in purposeful activities within the community.
• Document progress towards assigned goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Fluency in Spanish and English

Flexibility and adaptability

Analytical and organizational skills

Compassion and patience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Community Habilitation

Who We Are:

In 2010, Daybreak Independent Services opened its doors for individuals with developmental disabilities to learn and apply their skills in a traditional work setting. Since then, Daybreak has expanded its mission to multiple locations adding both people and additional services. We Serve hundreds of New Yorkers living with developmental disabilities.

Partnerships with local businesses like Stew Leonard, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls have allowed the vision to grow exponentially. In addition, taking on residential programs has allowed us to serve those that need round-the-clock supervision.

It's only the beginning. As we change lives every day, we are changed in the process. So the work continues, and we look forward to what lies ahead.

Job Title

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Community Habilitation

Reports to

Program Supervisor

Location

Bronx, NY

Job Classification

Part-time

FLSA

Non-exempt

Salary

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Shifts

• 7am-3pm
• 3pm-9pm

Program Hours

• 4-6 hours per day during weekdays and weekends (flexible)
• 20-24 total hours per week

Experience

1-2 years in Health or Human Services field

SCIP / CPR / First Aid certifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Brief Job Description

DBIS is a not-for-profit agency located in Yonkers that services individuals with developmental disabilities within the Bronx and Manhattan. Community Habilitation is an individualized program of support that focuses on increasing independence in life skills, including but not limited to activities of daily living (ADLs), socialization, community safety, community inclusion, and expanding the individual's knowledge and use of community resources. The Community Habilitation Direct Support Professional (CH DSP) is responsible for implementing the valued outcomes contained in the Individualized Service Plans. The roles include executing goals and objectives as outlined in the individual's Community Habilitation Service Plan through ongoing engagement with the individual(s) in purposeful, goal-oriented activities in their homes and surrounding communities. The CH DSP will guide and support individuals in establishing functional independence in specific skill areas and document their progress in attaining the assigned goals.

Mandatory Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and families.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills
• Fluency in Spanish and English
• Flexibility, poise, tact, and the ability to develop rapport with individuals of various backgrounds and positions
• Exceptional analytical ability and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of patience and compassion
• Able to work various shifts (7am-3pm, 3pm-9pm)
• Ability to travel within Bronx and attend any required meetings/training at Bronx location

What's there for Me: As part-time

• Short term disability
• We pay sick and vacation time to eligible part-time employees after completing a 3-months introductory period.

What's there for Me as full time

• Empire BSBC Premium Medical Health Insurance
• Life Insurance Benefits
• 403(B) Retirement Plan, 2% bonus match based on Agency Fiscal year ending turnover
• Short term disability
• Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• We pay sick and vacation time to eligible full-time employees after completing a 3-months introductory period.

Please note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required.