Direct Support Professional

Services for the Underserved•Brooklyn, NY

27d

About The Position

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living their best lives in a safe environment. The role provides an opportunity to start a career in social services while learning from experienced professionals. S:US offers a variety of shift and schedule options across its programs, along with 1199 union benefits. Schedule availability varies by program and position; employees are hired into a specific schedule confirmed during the hiring process. The stated pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
One year of experience providing direct services to people with developmental disabilities preferred.
Preferred certifications: AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR, and First Aid.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
One year of experience providing direct services to people with developmental disabilities.
AMAP certification.
SCIP-R certification.
CPR certification.
First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in that client’s service plans, including CFA, Individual Service Plan, and Habilitation Plan.
Assist clients as needed with skill development in activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation, and socialization.
With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication to clients as assigned and in compliance with management, medical, and nursing policies and procedures.
Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diets and assist with feeding as necessary.
Immediately report observed or known deficiencies or inability to provide habilitation services, as well as abuse and facility problems, including physical plant and safety issues, to management.