DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) - COMMUNITY HABILITATION - Part Time

Mary Cariola Childrens Center, Inc.; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mary Cariola Center, Inc. in New York seeks a part-time direct support professional to assist residents in family homes, respite, and community settings, with availability in evenings and weekends.

You will help with daily living activities, mobility, communication, personal care, documentation, and adherence to HIPAA and agency policies; training such as SCIP-r, CPR and First Aid is provided by the agency.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to participate in physical and recreational activities.
• Must possess a NYS driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate active participation of residents in habilitation plans in family homes, respite and community.
• Assist with lifting, moving and positioning tasks as needed.
• Support gross, fine motor and range of motion skills.
• Promote self-care, activities of daily living and personal hygiene.
• Foster communication through sign language, pictograms, and devices.
• Assist with recreational activities and community outings.
• Implement SCIP-r behavior support plans accurately.
• Complete documentation using PrecisionCare software and written forms when necessary.
• Provide personal and physical care including bathing, toileting, dressing and eating as needed.
• Perform housekeeping tasks as needed.
• Follow HIPAA confidentiality laws and agency ethics.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in required trainings.

Skills

English proficiency

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Category: Community Services/Support

Requisition Number: DIREC001902

• Posted : August 21, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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PART TIME POSITION - MUST BE AVAILABLE EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS

DEI Values Statement:

Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, a policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency found on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate active participation of the residents by implementing their habilitation plans in their family home, respite and/or community
• Engage in any necessary lifting, moving and/or positioning tasks for individuals
• Facilitate improved gross motor, fine motor and range of motion skills
• Promote and help to facilitate self-care, activities of daily living and personal hygiene
• Foster receptive and expressive communication through many different avenues including sign language, pictograms and electronic devices
• Assist with recreational activities and facilitate active engagement in community outings
• Implement behavior support plans and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-r) accurately and consistently
• Accurately and consistently complete all required documentation in a continuous manner by utilizing PrecisionCare software and in written form, when necessary
• Facilitate and provide for the personal and physical care needed by each individual including bathing, toileting, dressingand eating as needed including modeling appropriate behavior, using therapeutic equipment and/or therapeutic feeding
• Perform housekeeping tasks when needed (meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, shopping, etc.)
• Follow HIPAA confidentiality laws
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics for DSPs
• Attend and actively participate in regular staff meetings, case reviews, in-service sessions and any other meetings as necessary
• Implement fire, safety and emergency procedures in accordance with agency and program standards
• Maintain certifications in Medication Administration, SCIP-r, CPR and First Aid
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules and policy and procedure manuals
• Ability to participate in various physical and recreation activities outside the residence
• Possess a current and valid NYS driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 6 months or more experience in similar role

Certifications and Trainings

• SCIP-r
• CPR
• First Aid
• All other trainings mandated by the Office for people with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)

*Note: all certifications and trainings will be provided by the agency if you do not already possess them

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, domestic violence victim status, veteran or disability status.

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