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 help maintain a high quality of life, including support with self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing. Promote independence by providing only the level of assistance each individual needs to participate in daily routines and all aspects of life. Support community participation and the development and maintenance of natural supports and relationships. The position embraces diversity, demonstrates cultural awareness, and supports an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. The role includes following treatment plans, using adaptive and safety equipment, supporting meal preparation and medication administration, documenting care and progress, and contributing to interdisciplinary discussions and evaluations. It also includes maintaining a safe and clean home, providing transportation, mentoring new Direct Support Staff, participating in house meetings, and maintaining required certifications and training. Successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check is required because the position 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. Duties may evolve at the organization’s discretion.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Submit a valid New York State driver’s license and maintain qualified driver status throughout employment.
- Transfer an out-of-state driver’s license to New York State within 30 days of hire if applicable.
- 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; inability to meet these demands may affect employment.
- Successful completion of a fingerprint/criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities, promoting participation and independence in self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and daily routines.
- Support individuals in becoming active community members and in building and maintaining 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 corresponding adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and protect individuals’ health, safety, and wellbeing.
- Support meal preparation and teach diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Assist individuals 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.
- Attend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and goal achievements and exchange information and ideas.
- Transport individuals to medical appointments, shopping, recreational outings, and other destinations as needed.
- 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 required Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
