Direct Support Professional (Shoreham)

Citizens Options Unlimited • East Shoreham, NY

4d • $19 - $21

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. Support may include self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing. The role promotes the agency’s mission and guiding principles, supports each person’s independence and participation in daily life, and helps people become active members of their communities. The position also values and embraces diversity and contributes to an open, inclusive environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid New York State driver's license and qualified driver status throughout employment.
• Ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives and information.
• Ability to meet physical demands, which may include lifting and transferring children and/or adults.
• Successful completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check is required because the role involves regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services.
• Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training is required before completing evaluations and assessments.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities, offering only the level of assistance needed to promote independence and engagement in daily routines.
• Support people in becoming active community members and maintaining and building natural supports and relationships.
• Help maintain a safe and clean home by supporting and, as needed, participating in household chores.
• Follow treatment plans and use required adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and protect health, safety, and wellbeing.
• Support meal preparation and teach diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
• Administer medications 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 progress and goal achievement 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.
• Complete a fingerprint and criminal background check.
• Complete required Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.

What This Job Offers

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