Empowering Direct Support Professional

Lifestyles for the Disabled; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifestyles for the Disabled is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a full-time role in New York. You will assist individuals daily, following individual treatment plans, promoting independence, and encouraging social integration into the community.

You will help with daily living skills, personal care, health and safety, and community involvement while adhering to policies. CPR/First Aid/AMAP/SCIP certifications are required or obtainable as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Background working with individuals with intellectual disabilities a plus.
• Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Valid NY State Driver's License may be required depending upon the position.
• Interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to take initiative.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR, First Aid, AMAP, and SCIP Certifications

Responsibilities

• Direct Support Professional performs a wide variety of routine tasks and activities in support of the full range of services provided to developmentally disabled individuals by the Agency.
• These tasks involve encouraging, guiding and training individuals in developing daily living skills and habits, taking care of their personal needs, assuring community integration, ensuring the health and safety of individuals, and maintaining the service environment.
• Provide services in train on daily living skills and independent skills.
• Provide services and training to individuals in areas including, but not limited to, counseling, health, personal hygiene, budgeting, food preparation, activities of daily living, and recreation.
• Comply with all policies of the Agency and all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Document and report all incidents and abuses to supervisors on a timely manner.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Initiative

18+ age

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lifestyles for the Disabled is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a full-time role in New York. You will assist individuals daily, following individual treatment plans, promoting independence, and encouraging social integration into the community.

You will help with daily living skills, personal care, health and safety, and community involvement while adhering to policies. CPR/First Aid/AMAP/SCIP certifications are required or obtainable as needed.