Direct Support Professional (Part Time)

Orthodox Union; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization seeks a dedicated staff member to provide direct care to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in New York. As a Direct Support Professional, you will work one-on-one and in group settings, providing guidance, support, and vocational training. Ideal candidates are motivated and flexible, with a desire to help others. The position offers a salary range of $18-$19 per hour, and previous experience with the ID/DD population is preferred.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with adults with disabilities.
• Ability to provide positive motivation and act as a role model.
• Ability to work well with others in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with individuals and lead group sessions.
• Job coaching at training and various work sites.
• Monitor individuals' goals and progress.

Skills

Positive motivation

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

About Us

Jewish Union Foundation (JUF), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Through its numerous supportive programs such as Vocational Training, Day Habilitation, Medicaid Service Coordination and Community Habilitation, JUF uses an individualized approach to help each person maximize their potential.

Position Type

Part-time

Locations

Long Island and Brooklyn

Position Summary

Jewish Union Foundation seeks a dedicated staff member to provide direct care to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide direct care and vocational training to individuals with developmental disabilities in a day program setting. Staff will provide guidance and support to individuals related to their individual goals.

Responsibilities

• Working one-on-one with individuals as well as leading group sessions
• Job Coaching at training and various work sites
• Monitoring individuals' goals and progress
• Providing social skills training in individual and group settings
• Ensuring paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Creating and implementing group activities Transportation of individuals to/from program in the morning and afternoon. As well as to job sites and community outings throughout the day.
• Supporting individuals in different community settings
• Supporting individuals with varying capabilities and behaviors

Qualification Requirements

• A desire to work with adults with disabilities
• Ability to provide positive motivation to others and act as a role model
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to be flexible and work in different settings

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with ID/DD population and OPWDD
• Driver’s License

Salary

Salary Range: $18-$19/hour