DSP

In Flight Inc.; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

In Flight, Inc. Kingston, New York is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a home and community setting.

You will help with daily living activities, monitor health and safety, and support personal growth and community inclusion. The role offers flexible shifts (30–40 hours), a competitive hourly wage, and benefits with progression based on experience and education; extensive training is provided, including medication

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Acceptable driver’s license per insurance.
• Pass NYS and OPWDD background clearances.
• Attend In Flight orientation in Red Hook.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety and well-being of people in the program.
• Complete Residential Habilitation documentation promptly and implement actions.
• Provide nutritious, balanced meals and assist with shopping and cooking.
• Complete daily routines, chores, and maintain ADL kits and supplies.
• Implement community integration and orientation per Res Hab plans.
• Maintain a clean, respectful residence and environment.
• Handle crisis situations and medical emergencies per policy.
• Assist with medication administration after certification and health needs.
• Support transportation to medical appointments and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to document and track info

Computer knowledge

Observe and give feedback

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Collaborative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

DSP

In Flight, Inc Kingston, New York, United States

About this position

At In Flight, Inc., we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life.

In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).

At our programs, staff are the heart of everything we do. Every day, our team helps create meaningful experiences, encourages independence, supports community involvement, and brings compassion, creativity, and energy to the people we serve.

Be part of a workplace where your ideas matter, your hard work is recognized, and every shift offers the chance to make someone’s day brighter. Including YOU!

Want a work life balance? At In Flight, we provide a schedule that helps manage the important things that matter to you. We offer split shifts! You do not have to work an entire weekend.

Need Saturday off take the Front End Sunday 9am-11pm, Monday- Wednesday 3pm-11pm.

Need Sunday off take the back end Thursday and Friday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm.

Need an overnight we have those too. 11pm-9am. Per diem we’ve got you covered too.

Our shifts are:

• 30 hours
• 38 hours
• 40 hours

$19.25- $21.75 * Must be med certified and driver eligible within the first 90 days to keep $19.25 rate

Increases based on:

• Experience-$0 .25- $1.00
• Education- $0.50- $1.50

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for ensuring that services are provided within the standards established by the department and the agency. They must understand commitment to, and respect for people being served, their family members and the agency’s mission. They are responsible to ensure that the services provided are geared to promote personal growth, skill acquisition, and community inclusion. These services must be meaningful to the people served and encourage and respect their choices. Hours are variable based on the needs of the person receiving services; some overtime and shift coverage is necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of people in the program
• Complete Residential Habilitation documentation in a timely fashion and ensure implementation of staff service actions.
• Provides nutritious, balanced meals based on the house menu. Encourage and assist individuals to participate in shopping and food preparation
• Complete daily routines with regard to chores, housekeeping, maintenance of ADL kits, and active treatment. Alert Residence Manager when more ADL or program supplies are needed.
• Implement community integration and involvement based on the Residential Habilitation (Res Hab) plans of each individual.
• Ensure that the residence is maintained with a high level of cleanliness and respect for the people that reside there.
• Address all crisis situations, and medical emergencies in accordance with agency policy
• Upon completion of the medication administration course, Maintains Med Certification and dispenses medications as assigned.
• Assist with personal care and health-related needs. Comply with the guidance provided by the Supervisor, Residence Manager and the Nursing Department.
• Assist with maintenance of residence files and inventories as needed.
• Will implement all Behavioral Management progress and required.
• Represent the agency in a positive manner to other staff, agencies, the community, service providers, and on the internet including email and social media sites.
• Comply with and implement practices in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Provide transportation to and assist at medical appointments and lab work. Provide transportation to and from activities which are person centered including church, home visits, individual and group outings.
• Perform any other work-related duties as requested by supervisor(s) and/or Executive Director or their designee.

In Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Required- High School Diploma or GED
• Acceptable driver’s license based on insurance company regulations.
• Pass NYS and OPWDD background clearances.
• Attend In Flight orientation located in Red Hook.

Skills

• Ability to document and track information.
• Computer knowledge.
• Ability to observe and give feedback.
• Communication skills- written and oral.
• Detail orientated.
• Collaborative

Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours or more.

• Generous benefits including 403(b), medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Up to 3 weeks PTO with additional 56 hours for sick time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Supplemental benefits

Salary Information

$19.25 - $21.75Hourly Wage