Direct Support Specialist — Create Real Impact Daily

The Summit Center; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Raises & profit sharing

Health, dental, and vision

EAP

Mental health counseling

Childcare referrals

Legal services

Grief support

Financial planning

Job summary

The Summit Center is seeking a Direct Support Professional in New York to support adults with developmental disabilities in a community-based day program, providing recreation, life skills training, and promoting independence.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of related experience, Dayhab preferred, and a valid NYS driver's license. The role offers a collaborative team environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of professional experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Dayhab experience preferred
• Driver's license required

Responsibilities

• Supports adults with developmental disabilities in a community-based day program, providing recreation, life skills training, and promoting independence.
• Follows through on any behavior management program as established for individuals.
• Completes and maintains accurate documentation relating to the various services provided to our individuals and the progress they have established.
• Communicates individual needs to Family Support Services Family Support Coordinator.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, on occasion to accommodate recreation outing and activities.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training programs.
• Complies with agency incident reporting policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of individual information in accordance with the requirements of NYS Mental Hygiene law and the Agency’s HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures
• Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor.

Job description

The Summit Center is seeking a Direct Support Professional in New York to support adults with developmental disabilities in a community-based day program, providing recreation, life skills training, and promoting independence.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of related experience, Dayhab preferred, and a valid NYS driver's license. The role offers a collaborative team environment and opportunities for growth.