Direct Support Professional Mon-Fri 6am-10am

AABR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,604 - 27,922; Part time

Job summary

AABR in Bronx, NY is hiring a part-time Residential Direct Support Professional to provide one-on-one support to individuals with developmental disabilities. You will help foster independence by assisting with daily living needs and encouraging community involvement.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and a compassionate attitude towards helping others. Responsibilities include developing relationships with clients and facilitating their personal growth. AABR offers a supportive environment dedicated to enriching the lives of those we serve.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience tracking and recording information preferred.
• Must be computer literate and technologically informed.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living tasks.
• Encourage individuals’ interests and self-determined choices.
• Develop meaningful relationships with clients.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with developmental disabilities

Flexible attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Location: Bronx, NY 10453 | Position Type: Part Time | Education Level: High School | Salary Range: $17.25 - $17.25 Hourly.

Position Summary

Working one-on-one with each individual, the Residential Direct Support Professional will assess his/her/they needs and tend to them accordingly to foster a positive, encouraging environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Be supportive, positive and encouraging in meeting the needs of those with developmental disabilities as you assist them in working on gaining further independence.
• Encourage and foster individuals’ preferred hobbies, interests and self-determined choices.
• Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals’ daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication, and socialization skills.
• Help individuals to bathe, groom and dress, eat and drink if necessary, always working to improve self‑reliance and independence.
• Work with the Individual being served to create goals, track progress and report findings to superiors.
• Encourage the Individuals involvement in the local community and encourage community inclusion based on their interests and preferences.
• Develop meaningful relationships and connections with clients to make them feel cared for and included in the community.
• Follow all health and safety protocols as designated.
• Assist the Individuals in maintaining a sanitary and tidy home.
• Attend continuing education courses and training as the role requires.
• Be a compassionate, patient, and encouraging support professional at all times.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Comfortable working independently and can consistently make good judgments that benefit the client.
• Flexible, with a keen ability to handle stress well.
• Friendly disposition with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Computer literate and technologically well informed.
• Experience tracking and recording information, preferred.
• Enjoy working with people who have developmental disabilities to improve their quality of life.
• Strong interpersonal skills and passionate about helping those in need.
• Ability to move and stand for prolonged periods and frequently perform physically demanding tasks.
• Employment is contingent upon passing background checks (OPWDD, The Justice Center, etc.) and successful completion of AABR’s Orientation Training program.
• Current certification in SCIP, CPR & First Aid for a Full Time Position.
• Current certification in SCIP, CPR & First Aid for a Part Time Position.