Empowering Direct Support Specialist

Arc GLOW; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc GLOW in New York is seeking a Direct Support Professional to guide and train individuals in achieving independence and community participation. The role emphasizes supervision, documentation, HIPAA compliance, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to implement Life Plans and SAPs.

You will be involved in scheduling, personal care assistance, transportation as needed, and participating in agency training.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS driver’s license with a safe driving record per agency policy.
• Ability to provide direct supports, supervision and training per written plans (SAP, IPOP, BSP, LP).

Responsibilities

• Organize and schedule individual goals and activities based on SAP/Life Plan.
• Provide necessary supervision per plans and maintain LOS requirements.
• Document services contemporaneously in EHR or paper notes per policy.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and protect health information.
• Assist individuals with personal care and daily living activities as needed.

Skills

Daily living skills

Verbal communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Arc GLOW in New York is seeking a Direct Support Professional to guide and train individuals in achieving independence and community participation. The role emphasizes supervision, documentation, HIPAA compliance, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to implement Life Plans and SAPs.

You will be involved in scheduling, personal care assistance, transportation as needed, and participating in agency training.