Direct Support Professional (CLS)
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional provides ongoing support to people living in the Community Living Services program to help maintain a high quality of life. The role supports individuals with intellectual and other disabilities in areas such as self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing, while providing only the support needed to promote independence and engagement. The position practices the agency’s mission and guiding principles, promotes community participation and relationships, and helps create an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued. The role also requires regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with people receiving services and is subject to successful completion of a fingerprint and criminal background check. 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, which may include lifting and transferring children and/or adults.
- Successfully complete a fingerprint and criminal background check.
- Complete training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) before completing evaluations and assessments.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities to participate in all aspects of their lives, including self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing, while promoting independence.
- Support individuals in becoming active members of the community 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 wellbeing.
- Support individuals in preparing meals 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
