Part Time Shabbos/Holiday DSP

HASC Center Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 25,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage for FT

Retirement Plan with matching

Generous paid time off

Commuter Assistance Plan

Dependent Child Assistance Plan

Employer Sponsored Life Insurance

Job summary

HASC Center Inc. in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Residential Support Professional to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve greater independence and community integration.

You will work on the Shabbos shift (Fri-Sun, 1pm-9am), providing ADL support, documentation, and life-skill coaching in a Kosher, Jewish environment. You will use person-centered plans, accompany clients on outings, and collaborate with staff to ensure safety, dignity and respectful care.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Some college is a plus.
Experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus.
Basic written and verbal communication required.
Basic computer knowledge.
Valid NY State Driver’s License may be required.
Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions.

Responsibilities

Be familiar with IPOP, Life Plan, Staff Action Plan, Behavior Plan to understand care management.
Assist individuals with ADL and independent living skills per plan (grooming, toileting, showering, housekeeping, budgeting).
Promote individualized services per the outlined plan.
Follow a computer documentation program to chart outcomes and observations.
Commit to person-centered supports and honor individual preferences, culture and strengths.
Ensure protective oversight per Plan of Protective Oversight.
Move and stand for prolonged periods; perform physically demanding tasks including pushing wheelchairs.
Accompany individuals on community outings.
Communicate with staff via the log book and attend staff meetings.
Work with staff to maintain a positive, encouraging environment.
Adhere to regulations and report incidents.
Attend trainings and maintain certifications and driving authorization.
Respect Sabbath-related practices and maintain a Kosher home environment.
May be required to go to hospital in an emergency.
Take on additional duties as assigned.
Encourage attendance at Shabbos Davening.
Respect religious needs in a Shabbos environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Initiative

Empathy

Emotional intelligence

Knowledge of Jewish Laws

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college

Tools

Basic Computer knowledge

Job description

About the Position:

HASC Center supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working, and learning. HASC Center promotes a person-centered approach by creating support that caters to the specific needs of each person. We are looking for dedicated and caring individuals to join our team help support individuals with intellectual disabilities to achieve a greater level of independence and community integration. The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm for working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and a willingness to help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as assisting with showering, toileting, grooming, laundry, and housekeeping as necessary. Residential support professional work directly with people in their homes, work, and daily life in varying capacities.

Mission Statement:

The HASC Center mission is to advocate for, educate and assist individuals with developmental and intellectual challenges to make life choices, exercise independence and develop responsibility. In this endeavor, HASC Center encourages all individuals to maximize their dreams and become productive members of the community. This is accomplished by providing an array of individual and family supports through a dedicated team of professionals and support staff.

About the Program:

As a Residential staff member, you will provide support to a group of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will foster increased socialization, skill building, community safety, and overall independence skills while assisting them in developing independence and life skills.

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Schedule: (Shabbos Shift)

Friday-Sunday

1pm - 9am

Responsibilities:

Be familiar with individual’s IPOP, Life Plan, Staff Action Plan, Behavior Plan, etc.in order to understand how care is managed.
Assist individuals with ADL and other independent living skills in accordance with plan documents. This assistance may take the form of full support, partial support or verbal prompting, as well as behavioral interventions as indicated in the behavior management plan. These tasks may include grooming, toileting, showering, housekeeping, budgeting, shopping, etc. all according to the support needs of each individual being supported.
Promote and advocate for individualized services and implementation according to the outlined plan.
Ability to follow a computer documentation program, in order to chart outcomes and observations including but not limited to staff action plans, behavior data, sleep charts, log books, etc.
Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individual.
Ensure protective oversight is provided to individuals in accordance with their Plan of Protective Oversight.
Ability to move and stand for prolonged periods and frequently perform physically demanding tasks including: (and then use the list that’s already there)
Accompany individuals on community outings.
Communicate with other program staff via the communications log book and attendance at staff meetings.
Work collaboratively with other members of staff in maintaining a positive, encouraging environment to support the individuals.
Adhere to all federal, state and city regulations regarding service provision and documentation.
Report all incidents as per HASC Center policies and procedures.
Conduct fire drills and document results in accordance with supervisor’s instructions.
Attend staff meetings and trainings on an on-going basis to increase knowledge of the individuals and best practices.
Take all required trainings and maintain all certifications and driving authorization.
Ability to push people in wheelchairs.
Adhere to all HASC Center policies as outlined in the Policy and Procedure manual, included but not limited to, maintaining a Kosher home environment along with a Jewish environment as our individuals expect.
A residential support professional may be required to go to the hospital in an emergency.
Perform additional duties as they exist or may change as assigned by supervisor.
Encourage and accompany individuals to attend (Shabbos Davening) Sabbath Prayers.
Respecting the religious needs of the individuals, in providing a Shabbos environment that is festive and suitable to the occasion.

Education and Experience:

A High School Diploma or GED is required; some college is a plus
Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Basic written and verbal communication
Basic Computer knowledge
Valid NY State Driver’s License may be required depending upon the position
Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Willing to take initiative
The ability to be empathetic when needed
Emotional Intelligence
Knowledge of Jewish Laws and Customs as it relates to the Sabbath

Benefits Include:

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage for full-time positions
Retirement Plan with matching contributions
Generous paid time off
Commuter Assistance Plan
Dependent Child Assistance Plan
Employer Sponsored Life Insurance

HASC Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.