DSP 2 (TL)

Access Supports for Living • Pleasant Valley, NY

101d • $18

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals work as part of an interdisciplinary team (clinical staff, nurses, families, advocates, etc.) providing services to adults with intellectual/ developmental disabilities. Working under the direction of a Supervisor, Direct Support Professionals provide services that enrich the lives of the individuals we support. Our mission is to help our individuals live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Direct Support Professionals provide assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and health maintenance. Direct Support Professionals support individuals with developing independent living skills, including, but not limited to money management, community integration and appropriate social skills. Direct Support Professionals encourage and provide advocacy for the individuals they support. Direct Support Professionals work in a variety of settings and provide Residential Habilitation and Day Habilitation services, both within a person's home as well as in the community (as appropriate to the specific service). Direct Support Professionals are bound by the NADSP code of ethics which helps guide and maintain high standards for the life changing work they do every day. The NYS DSP Core Competencies are value based competencies and skills that Direct Support Professionals use as the foundation of the person-centered supports they provide. Direct Support Professionals are responsible for the health and safety of the people we support. This includes providing continuous coverage to maintain staffing ratios within each program. Staffing coverage requires flexibility by Direct Support Professionals to work between, shifts, programs and sites.

Requirements

• Demonstrate all skills and attributes outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies
• Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
• Complete all mandatory trainings within first 90 days and maintain recertifications
• Professionally communicate both verbally and in writing
• Understand regulations and document services in real-time using electronic technology
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
• Respond timely and effectively to emergency and crisis situations
• Be proactive in identifying and resolving safety/medical concerns
• Ability to accurately count money and complete basic math transactions
• Complete training to become approved medication administration professional (AMAP) certified
• Participate in team meetings and service plan meetings as necessary
• Provide person-centered, culturally competent services
• Maintain approved staffing ratios at all times
• Ability to access reliable transportation
• Maintain a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English and Spanish speaking
• Fluent in American Sign Language

Responsibilities

• Advocacy - assists individuals with achieving desired personal outcomes
• Professionalism - maintaining high standards of conduct
• Health Maintenance - supports individuals in achieving optimal health, including medical appointments and medication administration
• Safety - provides continuous care to ensure the safety of individuals and colleagues
• Household Maintenance - ensures routine household tasks are completed, including meal preparation and cleaning
• Personal Care - supports individuals with personal care needs
• Independent Living Skills Development - helps individuals develop skills to increase independence
• Mentor - serves as a role model and implements crisis intervention techniques
• Operational Support - completes documentation and safety checks
• Transportation - provides transportation for individuals to various community sites

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $18.50 per hour
• Flexible scheduling with overnight shifts Thursday-Saturday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree