DSP Complex Needs - Brooklyn

AHRC NYC•New York, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

AHRC NYC is seeking a Complex Needs Direct Support Professional (CNDSP) for a group home residence in Brooklyn. The CNDSP supports the emotional, physical, and personal well-being of residents by maintaining a nurturing, structured, and protective environment. The role involves engaging with residents and relevant stakeholders to mitigate crisis-related factors and promote a safe, stable life in the community. The position is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., for 40 hours per week, at the Brooklyn 11225 location. Compensation is $22 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

An associate or bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field plus one year of experience providing direct support to adults with autism and behavioral challenges, or a high school diploma plus three years of experience.
Experience implementing behavior support plans and understanding positive behavior support approaches, including positive reinforcement, prevention, and de-escalation strategies.
Understanding of Person-Centered Planning.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with residents, families, clinical staff, and community agencies as needed.
Ability to solve problems and make judicious decisions regarding residents’ health and well-being.
Ability to maintain certifications in medication administration, first aid, CPR, and other required professional training.
Ability to perform lifting tasks, including assisting with transfers into and out of wheelchairs, beds, and showers or toileting, as needed.
Reasonable flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to residents’ scheduling needs; shifts may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Experience using assistive communication strategies and visual supports.
A valid New York or Tri-State driver’s license held for more than three years and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Promote residents’ physical and mental health and wellness through health maintenance and prevention strategies, medication administration as needed, and trauma-informed, person-centered care.
Apply crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution techniques as appropriate to individual circumstances.
Advocate for residents in all settings.
Meet mandated reporter requirements relating to abuse, neglect, and maltreatment.
Support residents in developing stability, self-esteem, and independence by providing appropriate support and information.
Maintain knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices to respond appropriately to residents’ needs, desires, and interests.
Help residents build and strengthen skills for developing and maintaining positive personal relationships.
Use effective communication strategies to establish collaborative relationships with residents.
Obtain and administer prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders and AMAP requirements; accompany and advocate for residents in hospitals and health centers when assigned.
Follow established emergency notification procedures to protect residents’ safety and welfare.
Maintain records related to incidents and crisis interventions according to protocol.
Assist with household management, including shopping, meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning.
Provide coverage according to the residence staffing schedule, with flexibility for schedule and program-assignment changes to meet residents’ needs.
Complete required onboarding and ongoing training, including Residential Complex Needs and Ukuru training as soon as possible when supported and approved by leadership, ideally within the first year.
Perform other duties as required.