Direct Support Professional (CLS)
About The Position
Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction. Provide ongoing support to people living in the Community Living Services program to maintain a high quality of life. Support individuals with self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing while providing only the level of assistance needed to promote independence and engagement in daily routines. The role includes implementing and documenting treatment plans, supporting community participation and relationships, assisting with meals and medication administration, providing transportation, and participating in team meetings and staff mentoring. This position involves regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services and is subject to successful completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check. 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 physical demands that may include lifting and transferring children and/or adults.
- Successful completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check.
- Complete Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities, promoting participation, 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 required for each individual.
- Support meal preparation and teach 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 to share and gather 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
