On-Site Direct Support Professional (Part-Time)

ICL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

ICL seeks a Direct Support Professional I for its Brooklyn location. This on-site, part-time role supports individuals with developmental disabilities, providing personal care, daily living skills, and community participation.

You will learn and implement habilitation plans and work under supervision to promote independence. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, grooming, nutrition, medication administration, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OPWDD policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of active treatment programs in habilitation.
• AMAP certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• SCIP-R certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care, dressing, grooming and hygiene.
• Administer medications and teach self-administration under supervision.
• Support meal planning, cooking and eating in a group setting.
• Record health measures and report unusual findings promptly.
• Provide transportation to appointments and community activities.
• Maintain a clean living environment and assist with safety drills.

Skills

OPWDD policies

Active treatment programs

AMAP certified

SCIP-R certified

CPR & First Aid

Drivers license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Direct Support Professional Certificate

Job description

ICL seeks a Direct Support Professional I for its Brooklyn location. This on-site, part-time role supports individuals with developmental disabilities, providing personal care, daily living skills, and community participation.

You will learn and implement habilitation plans and work under supervision to promote independence. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, grooming, nutrition, medication administration, and documentation.