What are the responsibilities and job description for the Onondaga Day Habilitation DSP - Day Habilitation position at Liberty_Resources?

Liberty Resources is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Onondaga Day Habilitation and Community Habilitation. Liberty Resources is one of Central New York’s most progressive, diversified and trusted human service agencies. Currently employing over 1500 individuals we strive to be a premier human services provider and put our values – Service, Excellence and Responsibility - into practice every day. The Day Habilitation Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability to learn skills outlined in their Day Habilitation or Community Habilitation Plan which focus on integration, individualization, independence and productivity.

Activities include outings which involve supporting each person in the community in which they live, volunteer jobs which develop work readiness skills and the pursuit of individual interests. FULL TIME AND PER DIEM POSITIONS AVAILABLE Essential Job Functions

Provides instruction, supervision, and / or attendant care to consumers in accordance with their Day Habilitation Plans.

Demonstrates an awareness of and promotes Day Habilitation philosophy and OPWDD governing principles of integration, individualization, independence, and productivity.

Assures high standards of consumer care as specified in each person’s Individualized Protective Oversight Plan (IPOP).

Provides training and assistance to consumers in developing their adult roles in the community and maximizing their interaction with non-disabled people.

Develops an individualized approach to each consumer, implements selected goals, and participates in service planning in cooperation with treatment team.

Facilitates peer counseling and provides instruction on conflict resolution.

Provides to and effectively handles emergencies which may require flexibility of time and areas of assignment, applies SCIP-R and behavior management techniques as required.

Documents services provided and reports relevant observation of individual behaviors, progress, and reactions. Direct Support Professional – DSP Qualifications :

High School Diploma required.

Bachelor's Degree preferred in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related field)

Must have a valid Driver’s License and be able to use personal car for transporting consumers. Direct Support Professional – DSP Required Skills :

Must have strong interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication skills.

Must constantly move about and ability to work independently ascend / descend stairways.

Must be able to lift objects up to 20lbs frequently and support a person’s body weight as needed for the purposes of physical assistance, personal care and physical management.

Demonstrates the values of diversity, equity and belonging; foster an inclusive environment that facilitates diversity. We Offer :

A Collaborative and Supportive Team Atmosphere

Competitive Compensation and Paid Time Off package

Family Friendly Workplace

Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Saving Plan

Continuing Education Opportunities Offered Range : $16.50 - $17.00 / hour Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

Salary : $17 - $17

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