Direct Support Professional - Niagara Falls - Part Time/Full Time - Evenings
About The Position
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you enhance the quality of life of people with developmental disabilities by assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals in residential settings so they can be as independent as possible. You promote their health, safety, and well-being while building positive, meaningful relationships. You advocate for individuals’ wants and needs and support their participation in community recreation. Duties also include light housekeeping, helping individuals plan nutritious meals, administering medications as needed, and attending scheduled training to develop the skills and knowledge needed to support individuals effectively. The position is classified as full-time or part-time, non-exempt, in the Residential, OPWDD program/department, and reports to the Residential Manager.
Requirements
- Ability to perform all job functions.
- Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to be a positive role model for people with disabilities and other staff.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Assist, instruct, and support individuals with developmental disabilities in residential settings to promote independence.
- Promote individuals’ health, safety, and well-being and build positive, meaningful relationships.
- Advocate for individuals to communicate their wants and needs.
- Support individuals’ integration into the community for recreation.
- Perform light housekeeping.
- Help individuals plan nutritious meals.
- Administer medications as needed.
- Participate in regularly scheduled training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
