Direct Support Professional

Services for the Underserved•Bronx, 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 provides an opportunity to begin a career in social services while learning from experienced professionals. Employees are hired into a specific schedule, confirmed during the hiring process; available shifts and schedules vary by program and position. The stated pay range is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid New York State driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in that client’s service plans, including the CFA, Individual Service Plan, and Habilitation Plan.
Assist clients as needed in developing skills related to activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation, and socialization.
With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication to assigned clients in compliance with management, medical, and nursing policies and procedures.
Ensure assigned 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.