Evening & Weekend Direct Support Professional

YAI - Seeing beyond disability; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI - Seeing beyond disability is seeking dedicated direct-support professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will supervise daily activities, support personal care, and promote safety, learning, and social engagement in community settings.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, assisting with ADLs, and documenting progress in electronic records while maintaining HIPAA compliance and high-quality care amid a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to meet essential physical demands (walking, standing, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds)
• Willingness to obtain required certifications (SCIP-R, AMAP, CPR, etc.) within 1 year

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to maximize strengths, interests, and abilities while supporting personal rights.
• Provide supervision, protection, and care with adherence to program guidelines and safety policies.
• Maintain documentation and data entry using electronic health records and incident reporting.
• Support person-centered plans and documentation, including IOPs and BSPs, and communicate with the leadership team.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

YAI - Seeing beyond disability is seeking dedicated direct-support professionals to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will supervise daily activities, support personal care, and promote safety, learning, and social engagement in community settings.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, assisting with ADLs, and documenting progress in electronic records while maintaining HIPAA compliance and high-quality care amid a fast-paced