Direct Support Professional

Services for the Underserved • Brooklyn, NY

27d

About The Position

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living their best lives in a safe environment. This role offers an opportunity to begin a career in social services while learning from experienced professionals. Schedules and shifts vary by program and position; employees are hired into a specific schedule that is confirmed during the hiring process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience providing direct services to people with developmental disabilities.
• AMAP certification.
• SCIP-R certification.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in the client's service plans, including CFA, Individual Service Plan, and Habilitation Plan.
• Assist clients as needed in developing skills in activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation, and socialization.
• With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication as assigned and in compliance with management, medical, and nursing policies and procedures.
• Ensure clients' nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diets and assist with feeding as necessary.
• Immediately report observed or known deficiencies or inability to provide habilitation services, as well as abuse and facility problems, including physical plant and safety issues, to management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• 403(b) plan.
• Credit union.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Transportation plan.
• Generous paid vacations and holidays.
• 1199 union benefits.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Professional development.

What This Job Offers

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