Life Skills DSP

In Flight•Hudson, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

In Flight, Inc. is a nonprofit providing home- and community-based support services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Life Skills counselor works in the ISAIL (In Flight Success Academy for Independent Living) Program in Red Hook, which provides young adults with opportunities to develop independent-living, community-integration, and social skills. As a Direct Support Professional, the employee supports people in developing basic life skills, community awareness, and employment skills. The role promotes self-advocacy and independence by teaching daily living activities, providing protective oversight based on individual needs, and assisting people to achieve the outcomes in their individualized service plans. The position operates off site in the community and represents the ISAIL program. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Empathetic approach and ability to work as part of a care team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Energetic, creative, and personable demeanor, with patience and a sense of humor.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
One year of related experience preferred, but not required, working with adults with developmental disabilities, especially in employment training or vocational settings.

Responsibilities

Support people in achieving valued outcomes in their individualized service plans.
Assist and supervise individuals in the environment of their choice.
Support community integration and help individuals reach their potential.
Assist with program planning and training toward independence and choice.
Help individuals develop self-sufficiency, self-advocacy, self-direction, and self-actualization.
Provide protective oversight based on each person's needs.
Teach personal hygiene and self-care.
Provide skill-building services focused on daily living skills.
Support community inclusion, including using libraries and recreation centers and shopping.
Teach basic money management, including making informed purchases and counting change.
Support self-advocacy and informed choice.
Provide travel training, including using trains and buses and making transfers.
Teach appropriate social skills and support behavior and relationship-building.
Teach safety in the home and community, including crossing streets and seeking help.
Submit timely documentation of services provided to each person supported.
Maintain a professional manner and presentation, and represent the ISAIL program in the community.
Meet monthly with the supervisor for supervision.
Attend mandatory trainings as needed.