Direct Support Professional - Citizens
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides ongoing support to people living in the Residential Services program to help maintain a high quality of life. The role supports individuals with intellectual and other disabilities in self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, community participation, and overall well-being, while providing only the level of assistance needed to encourage independence and engagement in daily routines. The position promotes the agency’s mission and guiding principles, values diversity in backgrounds and experiences, and contributes to an open and inclusive environment. It includes implementing and documenting treatment plans, supporting health and safety, assisting with meals and medication administration, providing transportation, participating in interdisciplinary and house meetings, and mentoring new Direct Support Staff. The position requires successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check because it involves regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services. Training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) is required before completing evaluations and assessments.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Submit a valid New York State driver’s license and maintain qualified driver status throughout employment.
- 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.
- Complete training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) before completing evaluations and assessments.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction.
- Provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities so they can participate actively in all aspects of their lives, including self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well-being.
- Provide only the level of support needed to promote each person’s independence and engagement in daily routines.
- 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 people with household chores and participating in chores as needed.
- Follow treatment plans and use corresponding adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and protect health, safety, and well-being.
- Support meal preparation by teaching diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Assist with medication administration in accordance with 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
