Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Southern Brooklyn

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

Job summary

Braverhood is seeking part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals in the home and in the community in New York, NY. The role pays $18-$20 per hour and primarily offers weekday afternoon and weekend hours. Fluency in Russian, Spanish, and other languages is welcome to help diverse individuals.

Join a passionate team focused on enabling people with developmental disabilities and medical/mental health challenges to participate in daily activities and achieve personal goals.

Qualifications

• BA degree required.
• Experience with the special needs community preferred.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Driver's license and vehicle preferred.
• Online DSP training course must be completed.
• Must be able to show up to work on time.
• Dress code: Casual.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Education

BA degree

Job description

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 for individuals both in the home and within the community.

Fluent speakers of Russian, Spanish, and other languages are welcome.

Hours: Primarily weekday 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, we encourage you to apply!

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!
• BACHELOR OF ARTS degree (BA) required
• 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
• Drivers license and vehicle are preferred
• 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.

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