Direct Support Professional (CLS)
About The Position
Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles while providing ongoing support to people living in the Community Living Services program. The role supports individuals’ quality of life, independence, and engagement in daily routines, including self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing. The position embraces diversity, cultural awareness, equity, and inclusion, and helps create a welcoming environment where every individual feels valued. The position includes implementing and documenting treatment plans and agency materials, supporting individuals in their homes and communities, assisting with medication administration and transportation, participating in interdisciplinary and house meetings, 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 role. Training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) is required before completing evaluations and assessments. Duties may evolve or change 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 applicable.
- Ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives and information.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which may include lifting and transferring children and/or adults.
- Successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities, using only the level of support needed to promote independence and participation in daily routines.
- Support individuals in becoming active community members and maintaining or building natural supports and relationships.
- Help maintain a safe and clean home by supporting individuals with household chores and participating in chores as needed.
- Follow treatment plans and use corresponding adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and protect individuals’ health, safety, and wellbeing.
- Support meal preparation and teach concepts such as diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Assist with medication administration according to AMAP policies and procedures.
- Implement and document treatment plans and agency materials, including residential habilitation goals, medical case notes, and communication logs.
- Follow overtime, scheduling, and minimum staffing policies and procedures.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss individuals’ progress and goal achievements 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 supportive routines and reviewing training manuals.
- Participate in House Meetings and maintain required certifications and training.
- Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
- Complete a fingerprint/criminal background check successfully.
- Complete Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
