DSP II - 12 Duryea Lane

The New York Foundling•Nanuet, NY

11d

About The Position

DSP II works primarily in medical and behavioral settings to implement and maintain person-centered treatment plans for people with developmental disabilities. The role uses advanced skills to support the Assistant Manager and Residence Manager in providing appropriate supervision and ensuring residents’ health and safety. The DSP II supports residents with activities of daily living, mobility, behavioral plans, and a range of medical needs, while promoting independence and community inclusion. The position also maintains accurate service records, supports regulatory compliance, participates in Life Plan meetings and habilitation-plan reviews, responds to behavioral challenges and crises, and transports people to appointments and activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
Comprehensive understanding of the needs and challenges of people with developmental disabilities and best practices for supporting them.
Effective verbal, written, and technological communication skills for interacting with people supported, families and advocates, and other professionals.
Ability to assess situations, identify potential problems, and develop appropriate solutions.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements, custodians, and standards governing residential programs for people with developmental disabilities.
Ability to organize time, prioritize assignments, and maintain authentic, contemporaneous records.
Ability to handle confidential information under HIPAA professionally and tactfully.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to provide continuity of care and dignity.
Demonstrated strong commitment to safety.
NADSP certification must be obtained within the probationary period and maintained annually thereafter.
Valid driver’s license from NY, PA, CT, or NJ with 6 or fewer points.

Nice To Haves

CNA certification.
AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
Associate degree or bachelor’s degree or higher; education add-ons are listed for these credentials.

Responsibilities

Assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, food preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and shopping, as well as mobility.
Implement behavioral support and monitoring plans and manage residents’ medical needs, including wound care, feeding, respiratory care, colostomy care, g-tube care, frequent medical visits, wheelchair support, dementia/Alzheimer’s-related daily transfers, and aging-related needs.
Promote independence, community inclusion, and participation in community activities, social events, advisory boards, and recreational opportunities; encourage natural supports and a sense of belonging.
Maintain accurate and timely records of daily activities, medication administration, behavior data, and incidents.
Maintain facility compliance with OPWDD, Justice Center, and COA standards.
Use authorized plans to de-escalate challenging behaviors and respond to crises, protecting the safety and well-being of residents and others.
Participate in Life Plan meetings and review habilitation plans and oversight documents to support value-based outcomes.
Provide an environment conducive to positive behavior; observe and report regressive behavior and work cooperatively with clinical staff.
Support people with dual diagnoses and attend appropriate workshops, training, and meetings.
Transport people to institutions, hospitals, recreational activities, and home visits, and facilitate day-to-day implementation of their needs.
Support the Assistant Manager and Residence Manager with daily supervision and residents’ health and safety.