Direct Support Professional - IRA

Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the Individual Residential Alternatives (IRA) program at 1825 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn.

The DSP will support residents with life skills, community integration, and daily living activities in a 24/7 on-site setting. You will document care, supervise activities, assist with housekeeping, accompany clients to medical appointments, and follow care plans including medication administration.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associates or Bachelors preferred in Human services, psychology or Sociology.
• At least 1 year of experience in a residential setting.
• AMAP certification within 3 months of hire.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 3 months.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication; problem-solving skills.
• Team player and able to take direction.
• Computer literate.
• Willing to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Review daily log book and input activities during shift.
• Provide supervision to assigned individuals.
• Teach and assist in maintenance, upkeep and cleanliness of the residence.
• Accompany clients to medical appointments.
• Follow health care treatment orders and administer medication.
• Teach and reinforce fire and safety procedures.
• Utilize agency vehicle to transport individuals for community outings.
• Provide daily ADL training (cooking, shopping, cleaning).
• Ensure program goals are completed as written.
• Provide and supervise daily recreational activities as needed.
• Maintain contact with families as necessary.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; Associates or Bachelors preferred in Human services, psychology or Sociology

Job description

Department: Individual Residential Alternatives (IRA)

Position: Direct Support Professional (DSP) Individual Residential Alternative (IRA)

Reports to: Program Director

Work Location: 1825 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11233

Salary Range: $17.00/hour - $18.00/hour

Program Summary

IRAs provides room, board and personalized service options to individuals living with disabilities. Staff is on-site 24 hours, 7 days a week residential setting to offer support by offering life skills training, community integration activities, and medical monitoring.

Position Summary

The responsibility of the Direct Support Professional is to foster and engage individuals through a person centered approach. To empower independence through proactive training and practical experiences while involved in integrated activities in the community. Staff is assigned to 4 individuals. Complete all mandatory residential habilitation documentation within specified time frames, including but not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Review daily log book and input all activities throughout shift into log book
• Provide supervision to assigned individuals
• Teach and assist in the maintenance, upkeep and housekeeping and cleanliness of the residence
• Accompany clients to medical appointments
• Follow health care treatment orders and administer medication
• Teach and reinforce fire and safety procedures
• Utilize agency vehicle to transport individuals for community outings
• Provide daily ADL training such as cooking, shopping, cleaning etc.
• Ensure all program goals are completed as written
• Provide and supervise daily recreational activities as needed
• Maintain contact with families as necessary
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications Required

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates or bachelors preferred in Human services, psychology or Sociology
• At least one year’s experience working with individuals in a residential setting
• Must attain AMAP certification within 3 months of hire
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified or be willing to become certified within 3 months of hire
• At least 1 year of residential experience is required
• Previous experience or knowledge in the I/DD field is a plus
• Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
• Must have excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills including ability to problem‑solve
• Must respond well to supervision and be a team player
• Must be computer literate
• Excellent judgment and sensitivity to the needs of the individual
• Willing to take initiative

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities