Direct Support Professional - IRA

Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

An established community service organization in New York is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its Individual Residential Alternative (IRA) program. This role emphasizes fostering independence through a person-centered approach and involves supporting individuals with disabilities in daily activities, ensuring their well-being through supervision and training. The position requires a high school diploma, AMAP certification, and relevant experience in residential settings. This is a part-time position with shifts on weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelor's preferred.
• At least two years’ experience working with individuals in a residential setting.
• AMAP certification required.
• First Aid and CPR required.
• Valid Clean Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to assigned individuals.
• Teach and assist in maintenance and cleanliness of the residence.
• Administer medication and follow health care treatment orders.
• Provide daily life skills training.
• Ensure all program goals are completed as written.

Skills

Interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human services, psychology, or Sociology

Tools

AMAP certification

First Aid and CPR certification

Valid Clean Driver License

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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

Shifts: Friday, Saturday and Sunday shift begins 12:00am and ends 8:00am (Part-Time 24 hours a week)

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
• 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 two years’ experience working with individuals in a residential setting
• AMAP certification required – Approved Medication Administration Personnel
• First Aid and CPR required
• Valid Clean Driver License
• 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 literateExcellent judgment and sensitivity to the needs of the individual
• Willing to take initiative
• Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH

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