Direct Support Professional Sat/Sun 9 am-3 pm

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for implementing person-centered services for each individual. This includes ensuring implementation of the individual’s goals/valued outcomes in relation to both center-based and community inclusion activities. In addition, the Direct Support Professional is directly responsible for the individual’s overall safety and well-being. Requirements:

• GED/HSD Required
• AMAP, CPR & SCIP preferred
• Valid NYS Driver’s License Required
• Flexible - can work various shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekdays/weekends), strongly preferred.
• One or more years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Responsibilities:
• Transport individuals in agency vehicles, as required for community inclusion, recreational purposes and doctor’s appointment.
• Will assist individuals in any and all activities which are designed to foster independence, personal community growth and social maturity.
• Support and teach individuals according to their services, goals, and outcomes. Actively engage individuals in the skills development, socialization and task participation across all settings.
• Participate in planning group recreational trips and outings.
• Assist in timely collection of consumer-related information, including behavioral data, goal-related data, community inclusion logs, communication books, etc., ensuring their accuracy and completeness.
• Provide crisis intervention and counseling as required.
• Report all incidents, including allegations of abuse and neglect and serious reportable incidents, to program management immediately upon discovery.
• Advocate appropriately and professionally on behalf of program participants, as required

Experience:

• 1 year (Preferred)
• High school or equivalent (Required)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• NYS Driver License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $18