Direct Support Professional (DSP)

$37,502 - $45,011/Yr

Developmental Disabilities Institute - Selden, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

Selden, NY

1,001-5,000 employees

Social Assistance

About the position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) role at the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) involves providing care and support to individuals with Autism and other developmental disabilities. The DSP is responsible for assisting individuals in daily living activities, advocating for their rights, and ensuring their well-being through various programs and services. This part-time position requires a commitment to training and certification, as well as active participation in team meetings and individual development plans.

Responsibilities

• Complete all required trainings and participate in Peer Mentoring Program, in-service workshops, and recertification trainings as required.
• Become certified and maintain certifications in SCIP-R, First Aid and CPR.
• Participate in semi-annual IDT, quarterly staff meetings, and staffing as required.
• Advocate for the rights of the individual(s) served.
• Help individual(s) build and maintain relationships with family and friends.
• Follow individual(s) daily activity/classroom schedule, implementing all formal goals and protocols of assigned individuals.
• Collect data on goals, protocols, outings, progress notes, and recreation/fitness logs.
• Obtain and maintain certification for, and administer medications under the supervision of assigned nursing staff (AMAP), if applicable.
• Fulfill responsibilities of primary advocate including paperwork, advocacy, and programming.
• Participate in the development and revisions of formal goals and protocols in accordance with the CFA/ISP and behavior plans.
• Teach and assist individuals in all aspects of daily living, including ADLs, cooking, house cleaning, laundry, and community integration.
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments, jobs, and community activities, if applicable.
• Complete incident reports and SCIP-R reports as necessary.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all OPWDD and DDI policy and procedures as they pertain to individuals supported.
• Ensure the vans are clean and vehicle problems are reported to the Site Supervisor/Manager.

Requirements

• Valid NYS Driver's license and ability to obtain DDI approved driver status.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety guidelines.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.03 to $21.64 per hour.
• Part-time work schedule with available shifts.