Direct Support Specialist - Empower Daily Living

IGHL Inc; Hampton Bays (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

IGHL Inc in Hampton Bays seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living skills. This role involves medication administration, documentation, and providing physical assistance as needed.

The ideal candidate must possess a High School Diploma/GED and valid NYS Driver’s license. Responsibilities include teaching self-care routines, facilitating recreational activities, and adhering to safety policies.

Starting pay rate is $20/hr.

Qualifications

• Completing SCIP and Adult CPR certification as per IGHL policy.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. at least five times per hour.
• Enthusiastic team player who performs well under stress.

Responsibilities

• Administers medication as per certification.
• Teaches daily living skills and self-care routines.
• Maintains documentation in all logs.
• Participates in recreational activities with consumers.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Physical assistance

Observation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

NYS Driver’s License

Job description

IGHL Inc in Hampton Bays seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living skills. This role involves medication administration, documentation, and providing physical assistance as needed.

The ideal candidate must possess a High School Diploma/GED and valid NYS Driver’s license. Responsibilities include teaching self-care routines, facilitating recreational activities, and adhering to safety policies.

Starting pay rate is $20/hr.