DSP - 173rd Street

The New York Foundling; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,276; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in community services is seeking a DSP to support individuals with developmental disabilities in Hempfield Township. Responsibilities include ensuring health and safety, facilitating daily living activities, and advocating for community engagement. Candidates should have experience with developmental disabilities and hold a valid driver's license. The position offers a salary starting at $19.00/hour.

Qualifications

• AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver’s License required with 6 points or less.
• Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate supervision, health and safety of individuals.
• Advocate for individuals in community activities.
• Assist in daily living skills such as personal hygiene and food preparation.

Skills

Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities

Strong commitment to safety

Education

High School / G.E.D.

Tools

AMAP, SCIP, CPR, First Aid Certifications

Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver’s License

Job description

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The New York Foundling has served people with developmental disabilities since 1974, beginning with children and gradually expanding services to all ages, including the growing population of elders with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Division strives to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live as they choose, actively engaged in the community, pursuing their goals and interests through a choice of supported residential options, health services, meaningful activities, and employment opportunities.

Overview

The New York Foundling has served people with developmental disabilities since 1974, beginning with children and gradually expanding services to all ages, including the growing population of elders with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Division strives to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live as they choose, actively engaged in the community, pursuing their goals and interests through a choice of supported residential options, health services, meaningful activities, and employment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate supervision, health and safety of individuals; Implement Individual Plan of Protective Oversight.
• Advocate for individuals in the community (medical appointments, church, recreation activities etc.).
• Ensure individual’s plan of care is implemented.
• Ensure that individual medication is administered as prescribed.
• Assist in daily living skills (e.g. personal hygiene, food preparation, house keeping, laundry, shopping) - Maintain facility in compliance with the OPWDD and COA standards.
• Facilitate individual’s learning and skill training in fire safety.
• Implementation and documentation of individual’s goals.
• Complete daily progress notes and other individual logs.
• Maintain updated certifications in CPR/first aid, SCIP, and AMAP.
• Provide atmosphere conducive to positive behavior.
• Observe, report regressive and unusual behavior and work cooperatively with clinical staff.
• Planning and preparing balanced meals.
• Cleaning and maintaining of the residential unit.
• Assist individuals with the purchase of groceries, clothing, hygiene supplies and other items needed. - Attends appropriate workshops, trainings, and meetings.
• Assist in providing spiritual development.
• Assist in providing ethical and moral values.
• Transport and escort individuals on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc. - Assist in development of social skills.
• Remain on shift until your relief has arrived.
• Complete job related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver’s License with 6 points or less required.
• Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety.

The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

Education Required: High School / G.E.D.

Salary Range: $19.00/Hour; $19.15/Hour with Associate's Degree; $19.80/Hour with Bachelor's or Higher Degree