Disability Care & Support Specialist | Flexible Schedule

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive medical benefits

Generous paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

A leading disability services organization in New York City seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include providing habilitation services, aiding in skill development, and ensuring nutritional needs are met. A high school diploma or GED is required, with preference for candidates holding an Associate's Degree and relevant experience. Attractive benefits and comprehensive training provided, with a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and support.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons is preferred.
• Preferred Certifications: AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR & First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation services to clients as per their service plans.
• Assist clients in skill development for daily living and socialization.
• Administer medication to clients with training and supervision.
• Ensure nutritional needs are met and assist with feeding.
• Report any deficiencies or issues with facility management.

Skills

Habilitation services

Skill development assistance

Medication administration

Nutritional needs assistance

Reporting deficiencies

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associates Degree

Job description

A leading disability services organization in New York City seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include providing habilitation services, aiding in skill development, and ensuring nutritional needs are met. A high school diploma or GED is required, with preference for candidates holding an Associate's Degree and relevant experience. Attractive benefits and comprehensive training provided, with a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and support.