Part-Time Direct Support Professional
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) implements person-centered services for each individual, including their services, goals, and outcomes in program-based activities and community inclusion. The DSP is responsible for the individual’s overall physical and emotional well-being. The role involves supporting personal choice, daily living skills, health and safety, and participation in community and recreational activities. Work is under supervision and includes collaboration with other staff, families, advocates, and service providers. This is a part-time, day-shift position at Heartshare’s 120th/Pattner location in Jamaica, New York. The stated pay range is $19.00–$21.00 per hour, with initial offers at the $19.00 hourly base rate. Additional compensation may be available based on factors such as driving responsibilities, certifications, and time in the role. Pay increases within the range may depend on certifications, training completion, and job performance. Total compensation may also include a bi-annual discretionary bonus. Travel may be up to 25%.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or CNA is strongly preferred but not required.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated individuals.
- Maintain required AMAP, CPR, First Aid, and SCIP certifications, as applicable.
Nice To Haves
- One year or more of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Valid New York State driver’s license.
- High school diploma, GED, or CNA (strongly preferred, but not required).
Responsibilities
- Advocate for, encourage, guide, and teach individuals in expressing personal choice and participating in community life.
- Assist individuals with personal hygiene, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Help individuals participate in games and recreational programs and develop daily living skills.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment, and take action to protect individuals’ health and safety during emergencies.
- Collaborate with other staff to implement and record care plans; administer medication when permitted by special instructions.
- Attend staff meetings, in-service training, on-site workshops, and external training as directed by a supervisor or program management.
- Maintain AMAP, CPR, First Aid, and SCIP certifications as required.
- Promote individuals’ community inclusion according to their needs, interests, and desires, and model and encourage interaction with community members.
- Support individuals in forming and maintaining friendships with neighbors, co-workers, and peers.
- Transport individuals or assist them with public transportation.
- Maintain positive communications with family members, advocates, and service providers as required by program needs.
- Perform other job-related duties consistent with the position’s scope and organizational policies.
Benefits
- A bi-annual discretionary bonus may be included as part of total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
