Direct Support Professional - Citizens
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides ongoing support to people living in the Residential Services program, helping them maintain a high quality of life and participate actively in daily routines and community life. Support may include self-care, health and safety, household chores, socialization, meal preparation, and overall well-being. The role promotes independence by providing only the level of assistance each person needs, while following treatment plans and using required adaptive and safety equipment. The position also involves documenting support and progress, administering medications according to AMAP policy and procedures, transporting people to appointments and activities, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The employee is expected to follow agency policies, participate in meetings and training, mentor new staff, and uphold the agency’s mission and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The role is subject to successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check. Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training is required before completing evaluations and assessments.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Valid New York State driver’s license and maintenance of qualified driver status throughout employment.
- Ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives and information.
- Ability to meet physical demands that may include lifting and transferring children and/or adults.
- Successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check.
- Complete Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.
- Maintain required certifications and training.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and support to people with intellectual and other disabilities, supporting participation in daily life while promoting independence.
- Support people in becoming active community members and in maintaining and building natural supports and relationships.
- Help maintain a safe and clean home by supporting and participating in household chores as needed.
- Follow treatment plans and use required adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and protect health, safety, and well-being.
- Support meal preparation and teach diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Administer medications according to AMAP policy 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.
- Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and goal achievement and exchange information and ideas.
- Transport people supported 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.
- Practice and promote the agency’s mission and guiding principles, and support an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
