Part-Time Direct Support Professional

Heartshare Human Services Of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Heartshare Human Services Of New York is seeking a part-time direct-support professional to implement individualized plans, assist with activities, and promote community inclusion in Brooklyn and surrounding areas.

The role emphasizes working with individuals with developmental disabilities, maintaining detailed documentation, and coordinating with families and staff. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with some experience in the field and a NYS driver’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or CNA preferred but not required.
• One year or more experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid NYS driver's license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Implement individuals’ plans, consistent with their specific services, goals and outcomes.
• Support and teach individuals according to their services, goals and outcomes; engage in skills development across settings.
• Promote inclusion of individuals in their community; foster personal growth and friendships.
• Maintain communication with family, advocates, and service providers as needed.
• Transport individuals or assist with public transportation as required.
• Plan recreational activities and outings; participate in PPT meetings as requested.
• Document information in medical, behavioral, goals/outcomes, fire safety, and other mandated records; ensure accuracy.
• Complete all written reports and documentation on time.
• Provide appropriate supervision; ensure staff are trained on the LOS for each person.
• Engage in all program services such as toileting, bathing, behavioral interventions, and meals as needed.

Education

High School Diploma, GED or CNA

One year or more experience with individuals with developmental disabilities

Valid NYS driver's license (preferred)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: East 18 Street 3A, 83 E 18th St Apt 3A, Brooklyn, NY, 11226 - Brooklyn, NY 11226

Position Type: Part-Time

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Any

Initial offers are made at the hourly base rate of $19. Additional compensation may be available after hire based on factors such as driving responsibilities, required certifications (e.g., AMAP), and length of time in the role. Pay increases within the range are based on certifications, training completion, and job performance.Hourly rate is only one part of Heartshare’s total compensation package, which may also include a bi-annual discretionary bonus.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position

• Implement individuals’ plans, consistent with their specific services, goals and outcomes. Participate in the planning and implementation of activities, both at the program and in the community, that address these goals and outcomes.
• Support and teach individuals according to their services, goals and outcomes. Actively engage individuals in skills development, socialization and task participation across all settings. Ensure that supports are provided with consideration for each person’s individualized needs and routines.
• Promote and support the inclusion of individuals in their community according to their unique needs, interests, and desires. Model and encourage interaction between individuals and community members. Foster individuals’ personal growth by assisting in forming and maintaining friendships with neighbors, co-workers and peers.
• Assist in maintaining positive communications with family members, advocates, and service providers as per program needs.
• Transport individuals or assist them in taking public transportation, as required.
• Participate in planning recreational activities and outings.
• Participate as requested in the Program Planning Team (PPT) meetings.
• Document necessary information and data in areas such as medical, behavioral, individualized services, goals and outcomes, fire safety, community inclusion, communication books, etc., ensuring their accuracy and completeness.
• Complete all written reports and documentation on a timely basis.
• Provide appropriate levels of supervision on an individualized basis for staff and individuals, ensuring staff are trained on the LOS for each person.
• Actively engage in all program services such as toileting, showering, behavioral interventions, community inclusion, emergencies, meal prep, physical plant cleanliness, etc. as needed and required.
• Safeguard and respect the confidentiality and privacy of all staff and individuals.
• Report all incidents to program management immediately upon discovery.
• Ensure that equipment and supplies are appropriately and safely stored.
• Clean as frequently and thoroughly as necessary to meet program cleanliness standards. Report any hazards or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.
• Maintain certification in *AMAP, CPR/First Aid and SCIP, as required.
• Undertake any additional tasks and initiatives within the scope of the role as per the specific needs of the programs and individuals and as assigned by supervisor.
• Meet or exceed the DSP Core Competencies Standards by the end of the 1st year of employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) strongly preferred but not required.
• One year or more experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid NYS driver's license preferred but not required.

Heartshare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to [e-mail].

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For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated.

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