Direct Support Professional I — Care & Community Impact

Iclinc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Iclinc in Bronx, NY seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide comprehensive care for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with personal care, nutrition, and daily living activities while following habilitative plans and ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Role includes guiding individuals toward independence, recording health data, administering medications, and supporting community integration within a structured team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; DSP certificate beneficial.
• AMAP, SCIP-R, and CPR/First Aid certifications preferred or obtainable within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide observations, evaluations, and reports to the team to support treatment goals.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, personal care, nutrition, and grooming.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality, and proper reporting of incidents and health data.
• Administer medications and supports to help individuals achieve independence in self-administration.

Skills

AMAP certification

SCIP-R certification

CPR & First Aid

Driver's license

Communication skills

Policy knowledge (OPWDD)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Direct Support Professional (DSP) certificate

Job description

Iclinc in Bronx, NY seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide comprehensive care for individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with personal care, nutrition, and daily living activities while following habilitative plans and ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Role includes guiding individuals toward independence, recording health data, administering medications, and supporting community integration within a structured team environment.