Direct Support Professional (CLS)

AHRC Nassau • Valley Stream, NY

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About The Position

The Direct Support Professional supports people living in the Community Living Services program to maintain a high quality of life and promote independence. The role provides individualized assistance with self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, community participation, and overall well-being. The employee is expected to promote the agency’s mission and guiding principles and foster an inclusive environment grounded in cultural awareness, equity, and respect for diversity.

The position includes implementing and documenting treatment plans and agency materials, supporting medication administration and meal preparation, providing transportation, participating in interdisciplinary and house meetings, and mentoring new Direct Support Staff. It also requires adherence to scheduling, overtime, and minimum staffing policies; maintaining required certifications and training; and successfully completing a fingerprint/criminal background check. Personal Outcome Measures training 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.
• Successfully complete a fingerprint/criminal background check.
• Complete Personal Outcome Measures (POM) training before conducting evaluations and assessments.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities, supporting participation in self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well-being.
• Provide only the level of support needed to promote each individual’s 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 corresponding adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and protect individuals’ health, safety, and well-being.
• Support meal preparation and teach diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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