Direct Support Professional, Day Hab

Opengate, Inc.•Hawthorne, NY

3d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Opengate is an innovative forward-thinking non-profit organization looking to provide extraordinary individuals support with the highest possible quality of life. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professionals, who will play a critical role in making a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve. Being a Direct Support Professional is not just a job – it's a chance to be a positive force in someone's life journey. The Direct Support Professional (DSP), Certified Day Habilitation is responsible for supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the day habilitation program site and in the community, to lead richer lives. DSP's assist people receiving supports with all of their personal needs and care plans, including modeling socially appropriate behavior. They are responsible for supporting people to participate in recreational programs that strengthen their life skills, and they ensure a safe and comfortable environment. A primary purpose of the DSP is to support people to lead self-directed lives and to participate in their communities in a way that meets their interests and abilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Must have a valid Driver's license
Proficient in basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

One year's experience working with I/DD population is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the day habilitation program site and in the community.
Help to assess the needs of people receiving support and act as an advocate, ensuring each person receives appropriate services and that their personal needs are met while maintaining optimal health and safety.
Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation of services and supports and review data for accuracy and completeness.
Complete Behavior Intervention Reports and Medical Intervention Reports as required.
Develop a working knowledge of applicable behavior management programs.
Maintain a clean, safe and organized environment and complete daily chores as scheduled.
Support people to participate in recreational activities.
Support people to complete Activities of Daily Living (ADL), including providing hands-on assistance with basic personal hygiene, bathing, toileting, grooming, feeding, and other healthcare related tasks
Must complete Opengate driving course and be able to drive Opengate vehicles to transport people receiving services.
Perform delivery of service tasks as assigned by their supervisor, which will include providing transportation.
Maintain money management protocols for the personal funds of people receiving supports.
Participate in fire drills as scheduled.
Participate in Strategies for Crisis Intervention Prevention- Revised (SCIP-R) training and be able to implement strategies pertaining to the course. This may include implementation of hands-on/physical interventions when necessary.
Attend Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings as requested and participate in the on-going development of treatment plans.
Attend and complete all scheduled training and maintain required certifications.
Follow federal, state, and local governmental regulatory guidelines pertaining to a safe, healthy, and clean work environment, reporting health and safety concerns to the supervisor.
Performs additional tasks assigned by the Supervisor