Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Dyker Heights

Braverhood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Braverhood is hiring part-time Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities in Brooklyn, at home and in the community. Bilinguals are welcome and the role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate care.

The DSP will help clients achieve personal goals, work with supervisors on monthly plans, and document progress daily and monthly. Afternoon and weekend hours apply, with focus on reliability and appropriate conduct.

Qualifications

• Experience with the special needs community, preferably with children or young adults.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must complete online DSP training after hire.
• Punctual and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (e.g. social interactions and daily living).
• Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and action plans.
• Document services rendered and client progress daily and monthly.
• Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities at home and in the community.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training once a year.
• Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time.
• Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Reliable transportation

Communication & social skills

On-time attendance

Training completion

Job description

DSP (Direct Support Professional) - Braverhood

Pay: $18 - $20 Hourly

Braverhood is looking to hire part-time DSPs (Direct Support Professional) to provide support to individuals with disabilities in Brooklyn, both in the home and within the community.

Bilingual speakers of Spanish, Russian, and other languages welcome.

Hours: Primarily afternoons and/or weekends.

Join our Passionate Team of Providers! We’re creating a world where no one faces obstacles alone. Instead, parents and families are embraced by a supportive and caring community, empowered to care for their loved ones, and liberated to create the best possible life.

If you are an individual passionate about helping children and young adults with developmental disabilities and medical + mental health challenges.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DSP (Direct Support Professional)

• Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (i.e. social interactions and other activities of daily living)
• Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action
• Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis
• Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities in the home and within the community
• Attend mandatory staff meeting and training once a year
• Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time
• Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DSP (Direct Support Professional)

• ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMMITMENT a must for this position!
• Experience with the special needs community - preferably with children or young adults -by taking them out in the community and helping them to integrate into society by helping them with communication and social skills
• Reliable Transportation is required
• Once hired, an online DSP training course must be completed
• Must be able to show up to work on time

Dress code: Casual - come as you are, but please dress appropriately and respectfully.