OC Direct Support Professional II (775329OC)

ICL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

ICL in Bronx, NY is seeking an OC Direct Support Professional II to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings. This on-site, part-time role focuses on promoting independence, safety, and personal choice in daily living activities.

You will follow care plans, assist with hygiene, meals, and mobility, and may help with medications under supervision. The position requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or Direct Support Professional Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports and services advocating for personal choice and community integration.
• Assist with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts/transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation.
• Encourage participation in activities; develop daily living skills; maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Record care plans and, if instructed, administer medication; respond calmly in emergencies.

Education

High school diploma or GED or Direct Support Professional Certificate

Job description

OC Direct Support Professional II (775329OC)

Job Category: Human/Social Services

Requisition Number: OCDIR007415

• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $19.81 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

East 170th
650 E 170th St
Bronx, NY 10456, USA

• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Location

Bronx 10466

Schedule

Essential Job Functions

ICL operates residential programs for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD). Nine facilities, located in Brooklyn, the Bronx and Manhattan provide varying levels and types of support. ICL residences are in buildings with 4 to 14 occupants and have 24/7 on site services. These programs promote the growth and independence of the individuals who live in the residence. Staff help to assess their strengths and provide services based on the skill level, needs and preferences of each individual and help individuals lead richer lives.

You would be Responsible for:

• Under supervision, provide supports and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, ensuring community integration, assisting individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation.
• You would help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• You would work with other staff to carry out and record care plans and, in accordance with special instructions, you may administer medication. These positions are physically demanding.
• You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations.
• In some of the residences, you must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated individuals.

Education: High school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma (such as a GED) or possessa Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate from an accredited public or private organization.

Travel Required

Yes . Bronx, NY 10456

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