Direct Support Professional-Wed-Sat. Back End Day PM-Entry Level

Andrus Childrens Center • Yonkers, NY

4d • $18 - $28

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (also referred to as the Direct Care Youth Worker) maintains a safe, predictable, and therapeutic living environment for children in care at Andrus while supporting the agency’s mission, vision, core values, and treatment philosophy. The role provides close supervision, counseling, and support during cottage-based activities; plans and implements individual and group initiatives to build children’s skills and self-esteem; and ensures children’s basic needs are met and the cottage remains safe, orderly, structured, predictable, therapeutic, and clean. The position works as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes recreation therapists, teachers, social workers, and other professionals.

The schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The employer is willing to train the right candidate. Employees hired into the position must participate in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, which includes written and verbal testing and evaluation of proper physical-restraint technique. Physical requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Computer proficiency and ability to navigate Microsoft Office.
• Ability to access and use the ADP app on a smartphone or other device.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must participate in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, including written and verbal testing and evaluation of proper physical-restraint technique.

Nice To Haves

• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred; in-service trainings are mandatory.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing for at least three years is a plus.
• Multilingual ability is a plus.
• The employer is willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assure the safety of each resident and the cottage community.
• Actively supervise residents at all times, based on their age and level, to ensure safety.
• Supervise residents by participating with them in scheduled activities.
• Carry out the program schedule as written and on time.
• Use all aspects of Sanctuary in providing care.
• Use trauma-sensitive care in providing services.
• Use Therapeutic Crisis Intervention techniques to prevent triggering, intervene early to prevent escalation, manage crises safely, and support safety and learning afterward.
• Develop skill in Life Space Interviews and conflict resolution, and conduct them for minor conflicts to help minimize larger conflicts.
• Ensure Safety Plans and ICMPs are in place, available to all staff, and actively used to guide treatment.
• Contribute to teamwork and effective communication.
• Plan and carry out smooth transitions between activities.
• Arrive consistently and on time for assigned shifts and meet expectations for leave use, professional presentation, and responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Support the organization’s overall strategic plan and adhere to its core values and commitments.
• Meet the position’s physical and travel requirements, including lifting, reaching, walking, climbing stairs, bending, and kneeling.
• Participate in required Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training and demonstrate proper physical-restraint technique.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including four weeks of vacation, holidays, personal time, and sick time.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision benefits.
• 401(k) employer contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed