Direct Support Professional (CLS)
About The Position
Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction. Provide ongoing support to people living in the Community Living Services program to maintain a high quality of life, including support with self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well-being. Provide only the level of assistance each person needs to support independence and participation in daily routines. The position promotes an inclusive, welcoming environment, demonstrates cultural awareness, and supports equity and inclusion. The role also includes following individual treatment plans, supporting community participation and relationships, assisting with meals and medication administration, documenting services, participating in interdisciplinary meetings, providing transportation, and mentoring new Direct Support Staff. Regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services makes successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check a condition of the position. Training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) is required before completing evaluations and assessments. Responsibilities may evolve at the organization’s discretion.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Submit a valid New York State driver’s license and maintain qualified driver status throughout employment.
- Transfer an out-of-state driver’s license to New York State within 30 days of hire if currently holding one.
- Ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives and information.
- Successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check.
- Complete Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.
- Ability to meet physical demands, which may include lifting and transferring children and/or adults.
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing guidance and support to people with intellectual and other disabilities, encouraging participation in daily life while promoting independence.
- Support individuals in becoming active community members and in maintaining and building natural supports and relationships.
- Help maintain a safe and clean home by supporting individuals with household chores and completing chores as needed.
- Follow treatment plans and use required adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and protect individuals’ health, safety, and well-being.
- Support meal preparation and teach diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Assist with medication administration according to AMAP policies and procedures.
- Implement and document treatment plans and other agency materials, including residential habilitation goals, medical case notes, and communication logs.
- Follow overtime, scheduling, and minimum staffing policies and procedures.
- Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and goals and exchange information and ideas.
- Transport individuals to medical appointments, shopping, recreational outings, and other destinations as needed.
- Mentor new Direct Support Staff by demonstrating support routines and reviewing training manuals.
- Participate in House Meetings and maintain required certifications and training.
- Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
