Part-Time Direct Support Professional: Community Inclusion

Heartshar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation, sick, personal days

Holidays

403(B) retirement plans with employer

Health, dental, vision and life ins.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible spending account (DCF, Med, &

Gympass Discount

Verizon Wireless Discount

Broadway/movie/theme park discounts

Job summary

Heartshare seeks a dedicated Direct Support Professional to implement person-centered services for individuals with developmental disabilities in our New York programs. You will support daily living activities, assist with personal hygiene, meals, mobility, and community inclusion while promoting independence and safety.

Under supervision, you’ll collaborate with a team to follow care plans, monitor well-being, document progress, administer medications as instructed, and participate in ongoing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or CNA strongly preferred but not required.
• One year or more experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• AMAP, CPR, First Aid and SCIP certifications required or maintained as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support individuals in expressing personal choice and community inclusion.
• Assist with personal hygiene, toileting, lifts/transfers, dining, dressing and meal prep.
• Promote participation in activities, coach daily living skills, and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Collaborate with staff to implement care plans and, per instructions, administer medications.
• Participate in trainings and on-site workshops; respond to emergencies to ensure health and safety.

Skills

Experience with developmental disabil.

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma / GED / CNA

Job description

Heartshare seeks a dedicated Direct Support Professional to implement person-centered services for individuals with developmental disabilities in our New York programs. You will support daily living activities, assist with personal hygiene, meals, mobility, and community inclusion while promoting independence and safety.

Under supervision, you’ll collaborate with a team to follow care plans, monitor well-being, document progress, administer medications as instructed, and participate in ongoing