Direct Support Professional (CLS)

AHRC Nassau • Massapequa, NY

5d

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional supports people living in the Community Living Services program to maintain a high quality of life. The role promotes the agency’s mission and guiding principles, supports individuals’ independence and participation in daily life, and contributes to an inclusive environment grounded in cultural awareness, equity, and respect. Support may include self-care, health and safety, household tasks, socialization, community participation, and overall wellbeing. The position also involves following and documenting treatment plans, assisting with medication administration, providing transportation, participating in interdisciplinary and house meetings, and mentoring new staff. The role requires substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services and successful completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check. Training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) is required before completing evaluations and assessments. Duties 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.
• If holding an out-of-state driver’s license, transfer it to New York State within 30 days of hire.
• 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; inability to meet these demands may affect employment.
• Successfully complete a fingerprint and criminal background check.
• Complete Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities, enabling participation in self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and other aspects of daily life.
• Provide only the level of support needed to promote each individual’s independence and engagement in daily routines.
• Support individuals in becoming active community members and in maintaining and building natural supports and relationships.
• Help individuals complete household chores and participate in chores as needed to maintain a safe and clean home.
• Follow treatment plans and use the adaptive and safety equipment specified for each individual to promote independence and protect health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Support meal preparation by teaching 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.
• Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss individuals’ progress and goal achievements and exchange information and ideas.
• Provide transportation for medical appointments, shopping, recreational outings, and other needs.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED