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Direct Support Professional

Services for the Underserved•Brooklyn, NY

About The Position

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living their best lives in a safe environment. The role provides an opportunity to begin a career in social services while learning from experienced professionals. Employees are hired into a specific schedule, confirmed during the hiring process; schedule options vary by program and position. The listed pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

  • Associate degree preferred.
  • Preferred certifications: AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR, and First Aid.

Responsibilities

  • Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in the client’s service plans, including CFA, Individual Service Plan, and Habilitation Plan.
  • Assist clients as needed with developing skills in activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation, and socialization.
  • With appropriate training and supervision, administer assigned medications in compliance with management, medical, and nursing policies and procedures.
  • Ensure clients’ nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diets and assist with feeding as necessary.
  • Immediately report observed or known deficiencies or inability to provide habilitation services, as well as abuse and facility problems, including physical plant or safety issues, to management.

Benefits

  • 1199 union benefits
  • Generous paid time off
  • Health and wellness resources
  • Professional development

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