DSP - Weekend & Weekday Support Specialist (ID/DD)

New Horizons Resources, Inc.; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

403B

Employee Referral bonus

Job summary

New Horizons Resources, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in daily activities and community participation. You will work closely with residence staff to implement life plans and ensure safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities include documentation, coordination with clinicians, and transportation to appointments. A high school diploma is required, and prior caregiving experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Ability to physically assist individuals and intervene during crises.
• Strong teamwork and communication with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in plan development and documentation.
• Assist and supervise individuals in activities of daily living and community participation.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and activities.
• Attend staff meetings and complete in-service trainings.
• Administer medications under supervision as required.

Skills

Physical assistance

Emergency response

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

New Horizons Resources, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in daily activities and community participation. You will work closely with residence staff to implement life plans and ensure safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities include documentation, coordination with clinicians, and transportation to appointments. A high school diploma is required, and prior caregiving experience is preferred.