Senior DSP

Upstate-Caring-Partners; City of Utica (NY); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and

Descripción de la vacante

Upstate Caring Partners in Central New York seeks a Senior Direct Support Professional (DSP) to supervise operations in a small residential setting, guiding a team of caregivers to deliver high-quality supportive services. You will monitor daily activities, maintain records, and ensure a safe living environment for residents.

The role emphasizes mentorship, orientation, and training of new staff, with collaboration on treatment planning and regulatory compliance to support residents and families.

Formación

• High school diploma required; AAS in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Minimum one-year experience in a direct support role with individuals with developmental disability.
• Travel is required; must have a valid New York State driverB2s license.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily shift operations in a residence with 12 or fewer residents.
• Mentor staff and assist with on-site orientation and training.
• Ensure implementation of goals and behavior plans; document IPP.
• Monitor safety and well-being; report issues as necessary.
• Advise nurses on medical/dietary concerns and dispense medication if certified.
• Participate in treatment team activities and transport residents for appointments.

Conocimientos

Valid New York State driver92sB0licn

Educación

Associate degree in Human Services

Descripción del empleo

The Senior DSP will provide oversight to staff working within a 12 person or less ICF or IRA. In the absence of the Residence Manager, the Senior DSP is responsible for oversight of daily shift operations, coordination of the scheduling of staff, completion of all records and reports pertaining to the shift they are leading.

The Senior DSP will serve as a mentor for new residence counselors and will assist in on-site orientation and training. The Senior DSP will participate in Agency activities under the supervision of the Program Manager. The Senior DSP provides high quality supportive services to ensure that a safe, healthy and welcoming living environment is provided for residents.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure the implementation of goals and behavior plans for the people we support.
• Ensure that the Individual Program Plan (IPP) is implemented and documented.
• Attend to personal, self-care and other program needs that the person we support cannot independently accomplish.
• Monitor the safety and well-being of the people we support and report issues as necessary.
• Advise the nurses regarding the medical and dietary concerns of the people we support and dispense medication, if certified.
• Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings and committees.
• Transport and accompany the people we support as required for appointments and community activities.
• Assist in the daily housekeeping and laundry routine.
• Maintain the timely completion of all records and reports as directed by the Program Manager.
• Assist the Program Manager with the daily shift operations of the residence in the absence of Residence Manager.
• Must be able to attain and maintain SCIP-R and CPR certification.
• Must be able to attain and maintain AMAP certification.
• Ensure effective communication of daily work info and expectations.
• Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.
• Serve as a mentor for new staff; assist with on-site orientation and training activities for new employees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; AAS in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Minimum one-year experience in a direct support role with individuals with a Developmental Disability.
• Travel is required. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license.

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org

Associates or better in Human Services or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver License

Preferred

AMAP certification

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