Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Residential Services
About The Position
Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country seeks individuals with professionalism and heart to fulfill the role of Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs). The IRA is a group home to 3 – 6 people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The DSP works within the residence to provide individualized personal care, mentorship, support, and a sense of stability and security to the individuals who call the residence home. Services may include assisting with personal care, assisting with daily living skills, transporting individuals to appointments or accompanying them to participate in community activities, dispensing medication (after additional training and certification), ensuring safety, providing a friendly ear and emotional support, assisting with residence cleaning and upkeep, and completing required documentation, to name a few. We have locations in Canton, Potsdam, Edwardsville (Hammond), Massena, Norwood, and Colton. We are currently hiring in Canton for part-time evenings, full-time (40 hours per week, benefit-eligible) overnights, and variable shift positions.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or DSP certification required.
- Successful completion of Agency orientation and training programs.
- Successful completion of Medication Certification training program.
- NYS Driver’s License with two years of driving experience required.
- Acceptable motor vehicle abstract to meet Agency insurability standards.
- Reliable personal vehicle for business use.
- Heavy work; ability to frequently lift 25 – 50 lbs., and transfer and support individuals with and without help.
- Physical strength to safely respond should a behavioral crisis occur.
- Ability to operate personal and Agency vehicles.
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
- Exposure to infectious diseases, hygiene issues, food, and other unpleasant odors.
- Able to tolerate atmospheric conditions when performing regular outdoor seasonal activities.
- Ability to operate mechanical devices used by individuals.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for ensuring the health and safety of individuals at all times.
- Responsible for supporting individuals’ personal growth and independence.
- Responsible for maintaining the residential environment.
- Responsible for transportation and community support as needed.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, communication, and financial stewardship.
- Responsible for compliance, regulatory adherence, and professional accountability.
- Responsible for flexibility, teamwork, and collaboration.
- Responsible for professional communication and behavior.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Term Life/AD&D insurance
- long-term and short-term disability
- 401(k)
- other elective programs
- generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, as well as paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
