On-Call Direct Support Professional — Care & Inclusion

Heartshare-2; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Heartshare is seeking an ON-CALL Direct Support Professional to implement person-centered services in our residential programs in New York. The role requires advocating for personal choice, promoting community inclusion, and assisting with daily living activities such as hygiene, transfers, dining, and mobility.

You’ll work with a team to maintain safe environments, record care plans, and may administer medications per instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or CNA preferred.
• 1+ year experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Valid NYS driver’s license preferred.
• AMAP/CPR/First Aid SCIP certifications maintained.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for personal choice and community inclusion.
• Assist with personal hygiene, dressing, dining, and transfers.
• Support participation in games and daily living skills.
• Observe and record care plans; may administer medication.
• Ensure health and safety; respond to emergencies.
• Attend trainings and meetings; maintain AMAP/CPR/First Aid SCIP.
• Promote community integration and transport individuals as needed.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AMAP certification

Medication administration

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED or CNA

Job description

Heartshare is seeking an ON-CALL Direct Support Professional to implement person-centered services in our residential programs in New York. The role requires advocating for personal choice, promoting community inclusion, and assisting with daily living activities such as hygiene, transfers, dining, and mobility.

You’ll work with a team to maintain safe environments, record care plans, and may administer medications per instructions.