Direct Support Professional 1:1 (Day Hab)
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional 1:1 (Day Hab) primarily manages one volunteer in the Day Program by implementing and recording progress on habilitative and clinical service plans. The role also supports routine activity-room care and other volunteers as directed by the Site Manager. If the assigned volunteer is absent, the supervisor determines reassignment. The position assists the volunteer with activities that address maladaptive behaviors and clinical needs while promoting independence and social maturity. It also supports behavioral crisis management in the day program and community, and requires proficiency in behavioral management techniques. The employee contributes to an inclusive environment, demonstrates cultural awareness, and supports equity and inclusion.
Requirements
- Proficiency in verbal, written, and reading skills.
- AMAP and SCIP-R are required.
- Maintain a New York State driver’s license and remain qualified to drive under the agency’s driver policy.
- Transfer an out-of-state driver’s license to New York State within 30 days, if applicable.
- Ability to lift and transfer an adult volunteer.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Six months of experience working with the developmentally disabled population preferred.
- Ability to complete advanced training when requested by a supervisor, such as CPR or clinical training.
Responsibilities
- Implement interventions in one volunteer’s Day Hab plan and carry out service activities that support independent functioning, including behavior management, self-care, activities of daily living, recreation, and community inclusion.
- Maintain program volunteer record books by collecting data, writing narrative notes, and documenting observations to support accurate assessments and evaluations.
- Report changes in volunteers’ behavior and functioning to the Site Manager, PC as needed, and the appropriate clinical department to ensure safety and protective oversight.
- Attend and participate in scheduled meetings with the Site Manager, as requested, to share information about volunteer status and discuss possible clinical modifications.
- Attend scheduled in-service training and meetings to develop job-related skills and support ongoing education, communication, and training related to the MR/DD population.
- Report changes in a volunteer’s physical condition, including illness or injury, to the day program’s health office.
- Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the supervisor, including driving and compliance with corporate compliance and COMPASS requirements.
- Complete personal outcome measures training before conducting evaluations and assessments.
- Assist with routine direct-care responsibilities for the activity room and other volunteers as directed by the Site Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
