Direct Support Professional Day Habilitation - Garden City

EIHAB HUMAN SERVICES•Salisbury, NY

6d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

EIHAB is currently hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at our Garden City location! These are hands-on support roles working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you—please apply today! Position Summary: Responsible for the security, safety, and wellbeing of the individuals attending the Day Habilitation program according to his/her specific needs and interests, to increase the quality of life for each person by promoting their respective level of independence.

Requirements

Physical ability to assist individuals as needed, which may include lifting from wheelchairs, bathtubs, beds, etc.
Demonstrated ability to interact in a respectful, dignified manner with individuals.
Ability to verbally communicate effectively with individuals, staff, and outside agencies to maintain the efficiency operation of the agency business.
Demonstrated written skills to adequately perform all required documentation.
Ability to follow verbal and written directions of supervisors, program plans, behavior plans, medical/medication instructions, etc.
Ability to complete and maintain all training required by licensing or the agency.
Demonstrated ability/understanding of basic life safety topics relevant to individuals' well-being (CPR, Danielle’s Law, and first aid skills, fire safety, etc.)
High School Diploma or GED.
Current, valid driver's license with acceptable driver's record from DMV.

Responsibilities

Implement goals, training, and community inclusion activities as per the individual's Day Habilitation Plan.
Work with individuals in groups or individually as assigned.
Document individuals’ progress daily, or as required.
Transport individuals as necessary to programs, activities, appointments, recreational functions, etc. as scheduled or requested by supervisors.
Ensure wheelchair-bound individuals are safely and securely strapped and unstrapped in agency vehicles when traveling.
Assist individuals in preparing and eating meals.
Assist individuals with personal grooming and hygiene (e.g., changing diapers) as needed.
Promote socialization and group discussions. Assist the individuals in planning collectively agreed-upon recreational/socialization activities.
Promote consumer progress through manipulative fine motor therapy, hygiene, positive self-image, and appropriate demeanor.
Other duties as requested by supervisors or agency administration.