Direct Support Professional: Empower Independence

New York Foundling; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Foundling in New York, NY is seeking dedicated residential support staff to help adults with developmental disabilities live safely and with dignity. You will supervise daily living activities, implement care plans, assist with meals, household tasks, transportation, and accompany individuals to appointments and activities.

This role requires strong safety focus, advocacy, and collaboration with clinical staff.

Qualifications

• AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver’s License with 6 points or less required.
• Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate supervision, health and safety of individuals; Implement Individual Plan of Protective Oversight.
• Advocate for individuals in the community (medical appointments, church, recreation activities etc.).
• Ensure individual’s plan of care is implemented.
• Ensure that individual medication is administered as prescribed.
• Assist in daily living skills (e.g. personal hygiene, food preparation, house keeping, laundry, shopping).
• Maintain facility in compliance with OPWDD and COA standards.
• Facilitate individual’s learning and skill training in fire safety.
• Complete daily progress notes and other logs.
• Maintain updated certifications in CPR/First aid, SCIP, and AMAP.
• Provide atmosphere conducive to positive behavior.
• Observe and report regressive and unusual behavior; cooperate with clinical staff.

Skills

AMAP/SCIP/CPR

Driver’s license

Safety focus

Advocacy

Education

High School / GED

Job description

The New York Foundling in New York, NY is seeking dedicated residential support staff to help adults with developmental disabilities live safely and with dignity. You will supervise daily living activities, implement care plans, assist with meals, household tasks, transportation, and accompany individuals to appointments and activities.

This role requires strong safety focus, advocacy, and collaboration with clinical staff.