DSP

In Flight•Copake, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At In Flight, Inc., we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life. In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Be part of a workplace where your ideas matter, your hard work is recognized, and every shift offers the chance to make someone’s day brighter. Including YOU! Want a work life balance? At In Flight, we provide a schedule that helps manage the important things that matter to you. We offer split shifts! You do not have to work an entire weekend. Need Saturday off take the Front End Sunday 9am-11pm, Monday- Wednesday 3pm-11pm. Need Sunday off take the back end Thursday and Friday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm. Need an overnight we have those too. 11pm-9am. Per diem we’ve got you covered too. Apply to our Ad! Our shifts are: 30 hours 38 hours 40 hours $20.25- $22.75 Must be med certified and driver eligible within the first 90 days to keep $20.25 rate Taconic receives a higher rate. Increases based on: Experience- $0.25- $1.00 Education- $0.50- $1.50 Welcome to the Taconic IRA! We are located in Craryville, NY. Are you compassionate, creative, and genuinely have a desire to enrich the lives of the people residing at Taconic then this is your new work place. Click Apply to join this amazing team! If you enjoy being active and engaged in the community, APPLY . If you value a manager that appreciates you and will be present to encourage you along your journey.. hit APPLY ! If you are someone that makes things better no matter where you go— HIT APPLY and become a part of In Flight! The Direct Support Professional is responsible for ensuring that services are provided within the standards established by the department and the agency. They must understand commitment to, and respect for people being served, their family members and the agency’s mission. They are responsible for ensuring that the services provided are geared to promote personal growth, skill acquisition, and community inclusion. These services must be meaningful to the people served and encouraged and respected for their choices.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Acceptable driver’s license based on insurance company regulations.
Pass NYS and OPWDD background clearances.
Attend In Flight Orientation located in Red Hook.
Ability to document and track information.
Computer proficiency
Strong observational and feedback skills.
Effective written and verbal communication
Integrity and honesty
Professionalism
Empathetic and compassionate
Patience and respectfulness

Nice To Haves

Medication certification
Driver eligible within the first 90 days

Responsibilities

Ensure the health, safety and well-being of people in the program
Complete Residential Habilitation documentation in a timely fashion and ensure implementation of staff service actions.
Provides nutritious, balanced meals based on the house menu. Encourage and assist individuals to participate in shopping and food preparation
Complete daily routines regarding chores, housekeeping, maintenance of ADL kits, and active treatment. Alert Residence Manager when more ADL or program supplies are needed.
Implement community integration and involvement based on the Residential Habilitation (Res Hab) plans of everyone.
Ensure that the residence is maintained with a high level of cleanliness and respect for the people that reside there.
Address all crisis situations, and medical emergencies in accordance with agency policy
Upon completion of the medication administration course, Maintains Med Certification and dispenses medications as assigned.
Assist with personal care and health-related needs. Comply with the guidance provided by the Supervisor, Residence Manager, and the Nursing Department.
Assist with maintenance of residence files and inventories as needed.
Will implement all Behavioral Management progress and required.
Represent the agency in a positive manner to other staff, agencies, the community, service providers, and on the internet including email and social media sites.
Comply with and implement practices in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Provide transportation to and assist with medical appointments and lab work. Provide transportation to and from activities which are person centered including church, home visits, individual and group outings.
Perform any other work-related duties as requested by supervisor(s) and/or Executive Director or their designee.