Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Full Time Day Habilitation

Beyond Support Network; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Beyond Support Network in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Day Hab site in Depew. This full-time, on-site DSP role focuses on promoting independence and social connection for adults with developmental disabilities through varied community experiences.

Work hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., totaling 37.5 hours per week. The program emphasizes Day Hab without Walls, volunteering, and giving back to the Western NY region.

Qualifications

• One year pertinent experience in health and human service related field.
• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid New York State Driver's License in good standing, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Promote independent living skills and social relationships through a variety of experiences.
• Support adults with developmental disabilities in Day Hab activities and community integration.
• Assist with cooking, cleaning, community safety and self-preservation as part of daily routines.

Skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Independent work

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Behavioral techniques

Computer skills

First Aid/CPR/UKERU

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year experience in health & human services

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Full Time Day Habilitation

Job Category: Community & Day Services

Requisition Number: DIREC001506

• Full-Time


• On-site

Locations

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Description

Rate of Pay: $20.30 per hour

Full Time, Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., 37.5 hours per week

Location: Certified Site - Depew, NY

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Direct Support professional (DSP) provides support to adults with developmental disabilities by promoting independent skills and building social relationships through a variety of experiences. In our \"Day Hab without Walls\" program, a strong focus is placed on volunteerism and giving back to the WNY region, while also exploring all the community has to offer. DSP's working in our Certified Day Hab site will promote independent living skills such a cooking, cleaning, community safety and self preservation.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Possess good time management skills


• Ability and desire to work as part of an interdisciplinary team


• Ability to work independently in the community with a group of individuals receiving services


• Moderate level of written and oral communication skills


• High level of interpersonal skills


• Knowledge of behavioral techniques and developmental disabilities to assist in the care of individuals receiving services


• Knowledge of computer and ability to utilize various software programs


• Successful completion of First Aid, CPR, UKERU, and Defensive Driving upon hire is required.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Preferred: One year pertinent experience in health and human service related field and experience with individuals with disabilities

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent

Valid New York State Driver's License in good standing, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.

Posting Keywords: DSP, Direct Support Professional, Human Services, Day habilitation, Community Based, Disabilities, Social Work, Counseling

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