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  • Direct Support Professional Day Habilitation

    The Arc Wayne 3.7company rating

    Direct support professional job at The Arc Wayne

    Direct Support Professional - Day Habilitation Why Join Our Team: The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. With compassion, understanding, and support, we connect individuals and families to a world of possibilities that promote independence. Benefits: Generous Paid Vacation Time Sick Time 10 Paid holidays Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision Tuition Reimbursement Paid Training Bereavement Leave Employee Referral Bonus Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan with Agency Match And so much more! Work Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday7:30 am to 3:30 pm (40 hours) A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Professional-Day Habilitation: As a full time Direct Support Professional - Day Habilitation at The Arc Wayne in Newark, NY you will be an integral part in supporting people to develop life skills while supporting their confidentiality, privacy, human dignity, uniqueness and both physical and emotional well-being. Support individuals to plan and complete meaningful activities of their choosing that may include, but are not limited to recreational, learning and physical fitness activities, development of individual interests and the pursuit of personal goals Individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and will provide assistance in making healthy dietary choices while following pre-established orders by medical professionals. Provide assistance with eating, direct personal support with bathroom responsibilities such as but not limited to: shaving, brushing teeth, bathing/showering, bathroom use and dressing; Monitor and maintain a clean, safe and secure environment for individuals at all times, while providing Day Habilitation services according to each individual's plan, Participate in building evacuation and fire drills. It is rewarding to see your work as a DSP pay off when the people you support achieve their goals! Who We Are Looking For: You have a passion to help others and a caring heart. You like to make a difference every day and are looking for a rewarding career. High School Diploma or GED required Valid New York State Driver's License required Ability to physically assist individuals who use wheelchairs or walkers
    $25k-29k yearly est. 60d+ ago
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  • Direct Support Professional Sr. 2

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Middletown, NY jobs

    Pay Rate: $22.50 per hour Sign-On Bonus: $2500 Hours: Evening Shift, 40hrs. Schedules Vary Based On Site. OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:Direct Support Professional Seniors 2 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 Professional Seniors 2 provide services that enrich the lives of individuals we support. Our mission is to help individuals' live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Direct Support Professional Seniors 2 provide assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and health maintenance. Direct Support Professional Seniors 2 support individuals with developing independent living skills, including, but not limited to money management, community integration and appropriate social skills. Direct Support Professional Seniors encourage and provide advocacy for the individuals they support. Direct Support Professional Seniors 2 will support the Direct Support Professional Supervisor with mentoring and training Direct Support Professionals. Direct Support Professional Seniors 2 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 Professional Seniors 2 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 Professional Seniors use as the foundation of the person-centered supports they provide.Direct Support Professionals Seniors 2 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 Professional Seniors 2 to work between, shifts, programs and sites. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency (ranging from daily total care to verbal support): Advocacy - assists individuals with achieving desired personal outcomes (Core Competency 1 ) Professionalism - (Core Competency 3 ) Health Maintenance - supports individuals in achieving optimal health, which may include medical appointment, medication administration and healthy meal planning and preparation ( Core Competency 4 ) Safety - provides continuous care in order to ensure for the overall safety of individuals, as well as colleagues and self (Core Competency 5) Household Maintenance - ensures routine household maintenance gets completed as needed, which may include meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc. (Core Competency 5, 6) Personal Care - supports individuals with all personal care needs, which may include providing hands on assistance (Core Competency 4,5) Independent Living Skills Development - helps individuals develop skills to increase independence (Core Competency 6) Mentor - serves as a role model, demonstrating appropriate social interactions and implementing approved crisis intervention techniques and strategies as needed (Core Competency 3) Operational Support - completes documentation and safety checks, in accordance with regulations and policies, utilizing appropriate computer applications and paper documentation. Assists with scheduling of direct care staff. (Core Competency 2, 3) Transportation - provides transportation for individuals to various sites in the community utilizing an agency vehicle (Core Competency 7) Staff Development- provides mentoring, training, oversight and feedback to Direct Support Professionals (Core Competency 2,3) ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: Performs other duties as needed or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrate all skills and attributes outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with individuals of various abilities Complete all mandatory trainings within first 90 days and maintain recertification's ongoing Professionally and effectively communicate both in verbal and written forms Understand regulations and document services in real-time utilizing electronic technology Ability to multi-task and prioritize job responsibilities Respond timely and effectively to emergency and crisis situations Be proactive to identify, report and resolve safety/ medical concerns as they arise Ability to accurately count money and complete basic math and banking transactions Complete training to become approved medication administration professional (AMAP) certified and accurately administer medications and maintain certification up-to-date without lapse Participate in team meetings and service plan meetings as necessary Ensure service plans are written in a timely, accurate manner following life plan meetings Provide person centered, culturally competent services, which may include celebration of holidays and attendance at religious services Provide continuous care and maintain approved staffing ratios at all times, which may include weekends and holidays Provide on-call coverage for primary site, as well as for a cluster of sites, as assigned Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of DSP's working in a residential setting Ability to access reliable transportation Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus Fluent in American Sign Language is a plus EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's in a related field Or Associate's any field - PLUS 2-years' experience Or 4-years' experience Or Internal candidate with at least 2 years' experience and demonstrated capacity for increased responsibility (* Internal candidates may also be considered based on demonstrated performance and mastery of core competencies) ** DSP Senior 2 works at a Level 2 site that has 5 beds or greater OR at a Level 3 site OR works at any level site and has a shared DSP Supervisor or a shared DSP Senior PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must be capable of performing all SCIP Interventions Able to provide hands on care to individuals with various physical disabilities, which may include showering, feeding and physical assistance Ability to perform various household cleaning tasks utilizing cleaning supplies Occasional lifting of 25+ pounds, occasional pushing/pulling of 25+ pounds and occasional reaching and bending to perform necessary duties Ability to ascend and descend stairs Ability to participate in light to moderate physical activities Ability to utilize various electronic devices Provide transportation utilizing vehicles ranging in size from sedans to large passenger vans Exposure to pets may be required at certain sites ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND, FINGERPRINTING AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT CHECK. EEO Employer
    $22.5 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • DSP DayHab - Middletown, NY

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Middletown, NY jobs

    Pay Range: $18.50-$19.50 (Dependent on experience) Hours: Monday-Friday 7:45AM-4:15PM (40hrs) Make an Impact Every Day! Join our team to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living independent, fulfilling lives. What You'll Do: Assist with daily living, personal care, and community engagement. Provide advocacy, mentorship, and emotional support. Ensure health, safety, and program compliance. Transport individuals to activities and appointments. Complete documentation using electronic systems. What We're Looking For: Passion for helping others and a team-first mindset. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends/holidays. Valid driver's license; bilingual (English/Spanish) or ASL a plus. Experience in caregiving or customer service preferred. Why Join Us? Paid training & certification (AMAP). Career growth opportunities. Meaningful, mission-driven work. Apply today and start making a difference! EEO Employer
    $18.5-19.5 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Direct Support Professional (DSP)

    Able2 3.0company rating

    Horseheads, NY jobs

    NEW INCREASED STARTING WAGE - $19.25-20.45/hour Join us at Able2 as a Full Time, Part Time, or Per Diem Direct Support Professional. No experience? No worries! Able2 will provide you with detailed, on the job paid training! Our competitive hourly rate ranges from $19.25-20.45/hour depending on experience and licensing. This pay range can result in additional differentials for AMAP certification and driver eligibility. At Able2, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and grow professionally while providing care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We take pride in enhancing the quality of life of the people we serve and have a long history of compassion and dedication to the individuals in our community. Able2 couldn't incorporate these core values without employees like you. If you are dedicated, empathetic, and willing to work as a team, please apply today! As a full-time employee, you will accrue paid time off starting day one. Able2 also offers Medical, Dental and Vision insurance. With additional incentives such as free basic life insurance, 401K with employer matching and employee referral bonuses, Able2 provides you with stability as well as a better purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you will help in developing healthy habits and essential daily living skills while teaching our individuals to be more independent in their day-to-day life. Your main duties and responsibilities will be to care for adults with developmental disabilities in a team-oriented group home setting. Providing direct care, to include bathing, toiletry, feeding, dressing, maintaining all aspects of daily living skills and ensuring our individuals are properly cared for. Skills required for this position: Valid/Clean Driver's License (Preferred, not required) Verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and as a team Ability to work in a high paced work environment Able2 Enhancing Potential is an equal opportunity employer. Able2 Enhancing Potential does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. "Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws" ********************************************* ********************************************* ***************************************************************** NCHG06vlFC
    $19.3-20.5 hourly Auto-Apply 56d ago
  • *Per Diem* Direct Support Professional - Orange, Ulster, & Dutchess County

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Middletown, NY jobs

    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, such as money management, community integration and appropriate social skills. Direct Support Professionals encourage and provide advocacy for the individuals they work with. Direct Support Professionals work in a residential setting and can provide Residential, Day Habilitation or Pre-Vocational services, both within the home as well as out 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 they foundation of the person-centered supports they provide. OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency (ranging from daily total care to verbal support): Advocacy - assists individuals with achieving desired personal outcomes. (Core Competency 1 ) Professionalism - (Core Competency 3 ) Health Maintenance - supports individuals in achieving optimal health, which may include medical appointment, medication administration and healthy meal planning and preparation ( Core Competency 4 ) Safety- ensures for the overall safety of individuals, colleagues and self (Core Competency 5). Household Maintenance- ensures routine household maintenance gets completed as needed, which may include meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc. (Core Competency 5, 6). Personal Care- supports individuals with all personal care needs, which may include providing hands on assistance (Core Competency 4,5) Independent Living Skills Development - helps individuals develop skills needed to decrease support needed from others and increase independence (Core Competency 6). Mentor-serves as a role model, demonstrating appropriate social interactions and implementing approved crisis intervention techniques and strategies as needed (Core Competency 3). Operational Support - completes documentation, in accordance with regulations and policies, utilizing appropriate computer applications (Core Competency 2,3) Transportation - provides transportation for individuals to various sites in the community utilizing an agency vehicle (Core Competency 7). Performs other duties as needed or assigned. **DSP3E's provide intensive services and supports at Level 3E IRAs. Level 3E IRAs have frequent, intense behavioral outbursts and little insight into their behaviors. They have limited verbal and self-protection skills. They may require 1:1 or more staffing support and frequent physical interventions PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: The employee is able to stand for longer than 8 hours, lift and push and pull more than 50lbs, shoveling snow, be able to participate in light to moderate physical activities, able to climb stairs. Able to complete electronic records. Be able respond in the case of an emergency and able to perform physical interventions if needed. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Willing to travel between sites Able to work a minimum of 2 shifts per month Level based on experience and education Able to complete core mandatory trainings within 45 days- CPI 1 & 2, SCIP-R, CPR/1 st aide, -Driver safety training & Van Certification, Protective Oversight All other trainings completed within 90 days Willing to work across multiple programs Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license Flexible hours to ensure continuous coverage ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) Methodology training is preferred Entry level to higher level experienced position available. Hourly rate will be determined based on years of experience with the population. ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND, FINGERPRINTING AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT CHECK. EEO Employer
    $25k-29k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Self-Directed Respite Worker - MNY

    Access Supports 4.0company rating

    New York, NY jobs

    Hours: Consumer friendly schedules. Flexible. Rate: $16.50-20.00 Dependent upon Client's budget** Other locations available. ** OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: Self-Directed workers are identified by the individual receiving services. Duties are at the discretion of the person receiving the services. In this role you will: Work with individuals by teaching daily living skills, as well as, other skills identified in the consumer's goal plan. Complete extensive documentation requiring the ability to articulate and document the consumer's progress. Direct care work that involves skill building services for the continued development and teaching of daily living skills. Requirements include the ability to advocate for the needs of others, the ability to problem solve; the ability to teach life skills and document daily progress. Also required is the flexibility to support consumers and meet their needs. As well as attend treatment meetings, and mandatory agency trainings. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: The ideal candidate will have: Prior experience with related populations, i.e. Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders We are looking for experienced Direct Care Workers to form relationships with our clients, utilizing shared interests to promote and facilitate community engagement and integration. We also seek strong and skilled staff that can perform lifting and other one-on-one functions for specific clients. Requirements include the ability to advocate for the needs of others, the ability to problem solve; the ability to teach life skills and document daily progress. Also required is the flexibility to support consumers and meet their needs. As well as attend treatment meetings, and mandatory agency trainings PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case. Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long-periods of time Able to work in open space floor plan Must be capable to move throughout work day and follow people served throughout community Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet Must be able to move in tight spaces Occasional lifting of > _25+ pounds EEO Employer
    $16.5-20 hourly 6d ago
  • Direct Support Professional-Self Hired

    Citizen Advocates 4.5company rating

    Malone, NY jobs

    SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: Direct Support Professional - Self Direction provides individualized services and supports to people who receive Self-directed services through their budget. 1. Provide person focused supports to people as outlined in his/her Life Plan. 2. Participate in the development of the Habilitation Plan and Valued outcomes as written by the Broker. 3. Provide support for Valued Outcomes as written by the Broker in the Staff action plan. 4. Participate in circle of support meetings. Promote teamwork by maintaining open and positive communication. 5. Use the Code of Ethics and Core Competencies at all times while supporting each person, interacting with the public, and communicating with a person's family or Circle of Support. 6. Assist people with all aspects of personal care using appropriate level of privacy. 7. Assist people with daily living skills. 8. Assist with lifting, transferring and positioning when necessary. 9. Communicate information to Broker and Fiscal Intermediary as needed. 10. Ensure safety of people by providing the prescribed level of supervision and safeguards at all times. 11. Contemporaneously and accurately, document service delivery as per policy and procedure manual. 12. Maintain expected standards of productivity. 13. Assist with ensuring the person is able to manage self-directed budget. 14. Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling. 15. Protect each person's confidentiality. 16. Participate in required trainings. 17. Professionally represent Citizen Advocates, Inc. with families, other organizations and the community as a whole. 18. Follow program policy and procedure manual as written. Competencies 1. Confidentiality 2. Putting individuals first 3. Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships 4. Demonstrating Professionalism 5. Supporting Good Health 6. Supporting Safety 7. Justice, fairness and equity 8. Advocacy Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time/part time/relief position. Workweek schedule: VARIES Hours of work: ____ a.m. to ____ p.m. (VARIES) Hours and schedules may vary depending on Company need and workload. Employees will be given as much advance notice as possible when such changes occur. Travel Travel will be based on needs of person being supported. Qualifications Required Education and Experience One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred Other candidates will be considered based on the recommendation of the person receiving the services Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employment at Citizen Advocates is “at will”. You are free to resign at any time and for any reason sufficient to you, just as Citizen Advocates is free to terminate your employment at any time and for any reason. We do not guarantee continued or permanent employment.
    $27k-32k yearly est. 6d ago
  • Direct Support Professional Team Lead

    Citizen Advocates 4.5company rating

    Malone, NY jobs

    SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: A Team Lead trains and supervises the Direct Support Professional staff, ensures individuals' health, safety, and welfare, enhances the quality of individuals' lives, and supports community inclusion. Overall responsibility for supervising all DSPs during shift. • Organize duties to be completed during shift and delegate to staff according to ability and time. • Make decisions on unanticipated occurrences during shift. • Assist in determining when to contact nurse or administrator on call. • Schedule breaks for staff. • Provide on-site onboarding, training, and support. Ultimate responsibility for client programming and care • Assist residents with all aspects of personal care using appropriate level of privacy. • Provide first aid and nursing assistance as necessary or as requested by nurse or supervisor, reporting nursing and medical needs to a supervisor as needed. • Provide individual assessment and instruction to residents in daily living skills. • Lift, transfer and position as prescribed. • Monitor and dispense medications and adhere to physician's orders. • Provide programming as written by Program Coordinator. • Demonstrate cultural beliefs in daily interactions. • Communicate programming information to Program Coordinator and Residence Manager as needed. • Ensure staffing ratios are met at all times. • Utilize the least restrictive prompting at all times. • Follow behaviors plans and crisis management plans as written. • Participate in staff, team, and residence meetings. • Attend appropriate training in accordance with the agency's personnel policies and maintain required certifications. • Perform any related duties as assigned. Complete timely and accurate documentation as required. • Contemporaneously and accurately document programming as per policy and procedure manual. • Accurately document client care and medical information as prescribed. Miscellaneous • Assist with residence cleanliness and upkeep as instructed. • Follow universal precautions protocols. • Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling. • Protect client confidentiality. • Participate in required trainings. • Professionally represent Citizen Advocates, Inc. with families, other organizations and the community. • Follow program policy and procedure manual as written. • Demonstrate Citizen Advocates cultural beliefs and encourage a supportive workplace environment Qualifications Competencies • Confidentiality • Putting individuals first • Building and maintaining positive relationships • Professionalism • Ethical conduct • Organization • Patience Job Demands Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds, move intermittently throughout the day, provide personal care to clients, work in stressful situations, and work in a team environment. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Workweek schedule: Community Living is a 24-hour operation 7 days per week. Schedule determined by supervisor to meet location/departmental needs. Hours and schedules may vary depending on Company need and workload. Employees will be given as much advance notice as possible when such changes occur. Travel Travel as needed; mostly for hospital visits. Travel as far as Albany, NY. Required Education and Experience 1. High school diploma or 2. GED with three years' experience working with people with developmental disabilities/mental heath needs. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employment at Citizen Advocates is “at will”. You are free to resign at any time and for any reason sufficient to you, just as Citizen Advocates is free to terminate your employment at any time and for any reason. We do not guarantee continued or permanent employment.
    $27k-32k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Direct Support Professional DSP Float - $18-$22 plus shift differential

    Citizen Advocates 4.5company rating

    Malone, NY jobs

    A Direct Support Professional ensures individuals' health, safety and welfare, enhances the quality of individuals' lives, and supports community inclusion. Essential Functions (Job Duties) Ultimate responsibility for client programming and care: Ensure adequate food, shelter and clothing is available for each resident. Provide first aid and nursing assistance as necessary or as requested by nurse or supervisor, reporting nursing and medical needs to a supervisor as needed. Provide individual assessment and instruction to residents in daily living skills. Lift, transfer and position as prescribed. Prepare meals, involving residents in preparation. Intervene and assist in crisis situations, accessing appropriate resources as needed. Provide support for community outings. Monitor and dispense medications and adhere to physician's orders. Provide programming as written by Program Coordinator. Communicate programming information to Program Coordinator and Manager as needed. Ensure staffing ratios are met at all times. Demonstrate cultural beliefs in daily interactions. Utilize the least restrictive prompting at all times. Follow behaviors plans and crisis management plans as written. Participate in staff, team, and residence meetings. Attend appropriate training in accordance with the agency's personnel policies and maintain required certifications. Perform any related duties as assigned. Complete timely and accurate documentation as required. Contemporaneously and accurately document programming as per policy and procedure manual. Accurately document client care and medical information as prescribed. Miscellaneous Assist with residence cleanliness and upkeep as instructed. Follow universal precautions protocols. Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling. Protect client confidentiality. Participate in required trainings. Professionally represent Citizen Advocates, Inc. with families, other organizations and the community. Follow program policy and procedure manual as written. Competencies Confidentiality Putting individuals first Building and maintaining positive relationships Professionalism Ethical conduct Organization Qualifications Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Workweek schedule: Community Living is a 24-hour operation 7 days per week. Schedule determined by supervisor to meet location/departmental needs. Hours and schedules may vary depending on Company need and workload. Employees will be given as much advance notice as possible when such changes occur. Travel Travel as needed; mostly for resident hospital visits. Travel as far as Albany, NY. Required Education and Experience High school diploma or GED with one year experience working with people with developmental disabilities/mental health needs. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employment at Citizen Advocates is “at will”. You are free to resign at any time and for any reason sufficient to you, just as Citizen Advocates is free to terminate your employment at any time and for any reason. We do not guarantee continued or permanent employment. Citizen Advocates is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
    $27k-32k yearly est. 6d ago
  • Direct Support Professional

    Citizen Advocates 4.5company rating

    Malone, NY jobs

    SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: A Direct Support Professional ensures individuals' health, safety and welfare, enhances the quality of individuals' lives, and supports community inclusion. Ultimate responsibility for client programming and care • Ensure adequate food, shelter and clothing is available for each resident. • Provide first aid and nursing assistance as necessary or as requested by nurse or supervisor, reporting nursing and medical needs to a supervisor as needed. • Provide individual assessment and instruction to residents in daily living skills. • Lift, transfer and position as prescribed. • Prepare meals, involving residents in preparation. • Intervene and assist in crisis situations, accessing appropriate resources as needed. • Provide support for community outings. • Monitor and dispense medications and adhere to physician's orders. • Provide programming as written by Program Coordinator. • Communicate programming information to Program Coordinator and Manager as needed. • Ensure staffing ratios are met at all times. • Demonstrate cultural beliefs in daily interactions. • Utilize the least restrictive prompting at all times. • Follow behaviors plans and crisis management plans as written. • Participate in staff, team, and residence meetings. • Attend appropriate training in accordance with the agency's personnel policies and maintain required certifications. • Perform any related duties as assigned. Complete timely and accurate documentation as required. • Contemporaneously and accurately document programming as per policy and procedure manual. • Accurately document client care and medical information as prescribed. Miscellaneous • Assist with residence cleanliness and upkeep as instructed. • Follow universal precautions protocols. • Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling. • Protect client confidentiality. • Participate in required trainings. • Professionally represent Citizen Advocates, Inc. with families, other organizations and the community. • Follow program policy and procedure manual as written. Qualifications Competencies • Confidentiality • Putting individuals first • Building and maintaining positive relationships • Professionalism • Ethical conduct • Organization Job Demands Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds, move intermittently throughout the day, provide personal care to clients, work in stressful situations, and work in a team environment. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Workweek schedule: Community Living is a 24-hour operation 7 days per week. Schedule determined by supervisor to meet location/departmental needs. Hours and schedules may vary depending on Company need and workload. Employees will be given as much advance notice as possible when such changes occur. Travel Travel as needed; mostly for resident hospital visits. Travel as far as Albany, NY. Required Education and Experience One year experience working with people with developmental disabilities/mental health needs. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
    $27k-32k yearly est. 6d ago
  • Direct Support Professional

    CDS Monarch, Inc. 4.2company rating

    Rochester, NY jobs

    Job Description NEW STARTING WAGES! Full AND Part Time Direct Support Professionals starting at $18.50/ hour up to $20.50/ hour for evening, overnight and weekends in complex homes. At CDS Monarch we value our Employees by offering: Paid time off for Full and Part Time Employees (including your Birthday!), Vacation time, Personal time and Sick Time Accruals! Affordable health care coverage including health, dental, vision, starting as low as $10.00/month Shift Differentials for Evening, Overnight and Weekend shifts plus complex house differentials! We invest in your Health! Get paid to stay healthy through our Employee Wellness Program. Tuition Reimbursement Generous Employee referral program So much more! Apply to find out more information Summary: Assist Individuals with a disability to lead a self-directed life and contribute to the community. Assist with activities of daily living if needed and encourage attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. Essential Job Functions: Act as mandated reporter if there is reasonable suspicion to suspect abuse or neglect of Individuals and make all required reports in established timeframes, as required by the NYS Protection of People with Special Needs Act. Maintain certifications to distribute medications to Individuals as assigned, perform Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) and/or PROMOTE, and perform First Aid and CPR. Must be able to enter the swimming pool to ensure safety while individuals are utilizing the pool as assigned. Prepare meals for individuals while adhering to recommended diet/meal plans. Perform and/or assist individuals with personal hygiene tasks as well as performing daily home tasks as needed. Complete all documentation related to daily services provided within required guidelines. Transport individuals in an Agency vehicle. Maintain all required trainings (classroom and online) relevant to the position. Comply with and adhere to established NADSP core competencies/goals. Demonstrate respect for individuals, diversity, and inclusion. Provide supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans. Assist individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires. Provide interaction and choices for activities. Support individuals to be independent in activities of daily living. Partner with individuals to promote their health and safety. Promote positive behavior and supports through partnership with individuals and families. Assist individuals to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and community inclusion. Support the individual with educational, employment, and career goal attainment. Perform all other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work independently and motivate others. Ability to read and write English. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalency Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Must be able to lift 50 lbs dead weight Must be able to push/pull up to 25 lbs. frequently Must be able to stand, walk, and stoop frequently. May occasionally kneel or crouch. Kneeling is defined as bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s). Must be able to kneel in emergency situations to administer CPR. Crouching is defined as bending body downward and forward by bending spine and legs. Corporate Qualifications/Expectations: Must be at least 18 years of age Must meet applicable Vehicle Operator Requirements. (NYS Driver's License required) Adhere to all CDS Life Transitions, Inc. policies and procedures. Adhere to the Agency Mission, Vision, Shared Values, and Customer Service Standards. Attend mandatory education and training modules as scheduled; obtain and maintain all required certifications/training by State regulations and CDS policy Act as a professional representative of CDS Life Transitions, Inc. in regards to appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language, and dress. The listed salary range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The offered salary will be determined by: Applicant qualifications and experience, education, position specific licensing/training and departmental budgets. CDS Life Transitions is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. CDS Life Transitions will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at ************.
    $18.5-20.5 hourly 13d ago
  • Direct Support Professional - Columbia & Greene County, NY

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Coxsackie, NY jobs

    Rate: $17.50-$21.00 (Dependent on experience & house level) $2500 Pay to Stay Bonus Shift: All shifts available (Day, Night, Overnight, 2 ½ day shift) Full-time, part-time, and per-diem shifts available Other locations include; New Windsor, Middletown, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, Hudson, Greenville & New Baltimore. Direct Support Professional Description Now Hiring: Gardeners, Gamers, and Craft Experts! Love helping others? Put your skills to work as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living, personal care, and community activities. What You'll Do: Assist with personal care, meals, and medication. Teach life skills like money management and social interaction. Ensure safety, provide support, and complete documentation. Drive individuals to activities, medical appointments, and other outings using agency vehicles. What You Bring: Experience in care or customer service (preferred). Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to complete training and certifications. A valid driver's license; bilingual or ASL skills a plus. The Fine Print: Must be able to lift 25+ lbs and assist with physical care. Comfortable using electronic devices and performing household tasks. Must be able to stand up for long periods of time Ability to use a computer to complete documentation. Turn your passions into purpose-apply today! EEO EmployerIND2024
    $17.5-21 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Direct Support Professional Sr. 1 (GRNWD)

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Coxsackie, NY jobs

    Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 2pm-10pm; Friday & Saturday 7:30am-3:30pm (40hrs) OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: Direct Support Professional Seniors 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 Professional Seniors provide services that enrich the lives of individuals we support. Our mission is to help individuals' live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Direct Support Professional Seniors provide assistance with activities of daily living, including but not limited to personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and health maintenance. Direct Support Professional Seniors support individuals with developing independent living skills, including, but not limited to money management, community integration and appropriate social skills. Direct Support Professional Seniors encourage and provide advocacy for the individuals they support. Direct Support Professional Seniors will support the Direct Support Professional Supervisor with mentoring and training Direct Support Professionals.Direct Support Professional Seniors 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 Professional Seniors 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 Professional Seniors use as the foundation of the person-centered supports they provide.Direct Support Professionals Seniors 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 Professional Seniors to work between, shifts, programs and sites. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency (ranging from daily total care to verbal support): Advocacy - assists individuals with achieving desired personal outcomes (Core Competency 1 ) Professionalism - (Core Competency 3 ) Health Maintenance - supports individuals in achieving optimal health, which may include medical appointment, medication administration and healthy meal planning and preparation ( Core Competency 4 ) Safety - provides continuous care in order to ensure for the overall safety of individuals, as well as colleagues and self (Core Competency 5) Household Maintenance - ensures routine household maintenance gets completed as needed, which may include meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc. (Core Competency 5, 6) Personal Care - supports individuals with all personal care needs, which may include providing hands on assistance (Core Competency 4,5) Independent Living Skills Development - helps individuals develop skills to increase independence (Core Competency 6) Mentor - serves as a role model, demonstrating appropriate social interactions and implementing approved crisis intervention techniques and strategies as needed (Core Competency 3) Operational Support - completes documentation and safety checks, in accordance with regulations and policies, utilizing appropriate computer applications and paper documentation. Assists with scheduling of direct care staff. (Core Competency 2, 3) Transportation - provides transportation for individuals to various sites in the community utilizing an agency vehicle (Core Competency 7) Staff Development- provides mentoring, training, oversight and feedback to Direct Support Professionals (Core Competency 2,3) ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: Performs other duties as needed or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrate all skills and attributes outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with individuals of various abilities Complete all mandatory trainings within first 90 days and maintain recertification's ongoing Professionally and effectively communicate both in verbal and written forms Understand regulations and document services in real-time utilizing electronic technology Ability to multi-task and prioritize job responsibilities Respond timely and effectively to emergency and crisis situations Be proactive to identify, report and resolve safety/ medical concerns as they arise Ability to accurately count money and complete basic math and banking transactions Complete training to become approved medication administration professional (AMAP) certified and accurately administer medications and maintain certification up-to-date without lapse Participate in team meetings and service plan meetings as necessary Ensure service plans are written in a timely, accurate manner following life plan meetings Provide person centered, culturally competent services, which may include celebration of holidays and attendance at religious services Provide continuous care and maintain approved staffing ratios at all times, which may include weekends and holidays Provide on-call coverage for primary site, as well as for a cluster of sites, as assigned Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of DSP's working in a residential setting Ability to access reliable transportation Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus Fluent in American Sign Language is a plus EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's in a related field Or Associate's any field - PLUS 2-years' experience Or 4-years' experience Or Internal candidate with at least 2 years' experience and demonstrated capacity for increased responsibility (* Internal candidates may also be considered based on demonstrated performance and mastery of core competencies) ** DSP Senior works at a Level 1 site OR at a Level 2 site that has 4 beds or less AND does not have a shared DSP Supervisor or a shared DSP Senior PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must be capable of performing all SCIP Interventions Able to provide hands on care to individuals with various physical disabilities, which may include showering, feeding and physical assistance Ability to perform various household cleaning tasks utilizing cleaning supplies Occasional lifting of 25+ pounds, occasional pushing/pulling of 25+ pounds and occasional reaching and bending to perform necessary duties Ability to ascend and descend stairs Ability to participate in light to moderate physical activities Ability to utilize various electronic devices Provide transportation utilizing vehicles ranging in size from sedans to large passenger vans Exposure to pets may be required at certain sites EEO Employer IND2024
    $21 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Direct Support Professional Supervisor (AC)

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Poughkeepsie, NY jobs

    Salary: $61,906 Annually Hours: 40 Hours Flexible with On-Call Responsibilities. OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: Direct Support Professional Supervisors 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 an Assistant Director/ Program Director/ Regional Program Director they oversee and direct services that enrich the lives of individuals. Our mission is to help individual's live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Direct Support Professional Supervisors oversee the overall operations of the program ensuring compliance with state and OPWDD regulations as well as agency policies and procedures. Direct Support Professional Supervisors hire, train and supervise direct care staff to ensure quality delivery of services, including, personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and health maintenance. Direct Support Professional Supervisors ensure all programming needs are met including, scheduling, staff development and physical plant. Direct Support Professional Supervisors ensure the program budget is maintained and ensure for timely billing, staff payroll processing and appropriate utilization of individual and agency funds.Providing individuals with the highest quality of care and services is also part of our mission. The Agency has an uncompromising commitment to quality and integrity - employees are expected to perform their duties and responsibilities to our high standard of quality. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency: Supervises and works alongside Direct Support Professionals in a residential setting which support individuals with varying diagnoses. Collaborates with Human Resources and DSP Administrators to promote staff recruitment, selection, hiring, retention, training and professional development. Tracks direct care staff's training due dates to ensure compliance with no lapse. Completes staff performance agreements which are aligned with Core Competencies. Provides performance feedback and initiates progressive discipline as needed. Creates, reviews and ensures the implementation of service plans. Ensures that high-quality rehabilitative services and person centered activities are being planned and conducted in accordance with service plans. Meets with individual's circle of support to ensure all programming needs are met and to problem solve any concerns that may arise. Ensures that the program is operating efficiently and within program budget specifications. Ensures that staff are completing documentation in a thorough, timely manner in order to ensure for maximum billing. Ensures for the safety of all individuals and team members. Ensures routine maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and physical plant are completed and follows through to resolution. Coordinates and leads program operations to achieve quality of care, and efficiency while maintaining regulatory standards. Reports and resolves incidents and compliance issues in a timely manner and ensures direct reports do the same. Maintains individual's charts up-to-date and ensures documents are scanned and filed appropriately. Inspires and promotes customer satisfaction. Participates in the agencies on call rotation and responds to individual and program emergencies as needed. Completes program staffing schedule and ensures for appropriate coverage Utilizes technology to review and approve staff timesheets. Organizes, multitasks and prioritizes duties and responsibilities in an efficient manner Provides personalized interactions with individuals to ensure high quality services. Acts in a professional and visionary manner and communicates effectively with others; completes training programs; trains others as required and attends departmental, agency and relevant community meetings. Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license. Performs other duties as needed or assigned. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: Performs other duties as needed or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrate all skills and attributes outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with individuals of various abilities Complete all mandatory trainings within first 90 days and maintain recertification's ongoing Professionally and effectively communicate both in verbal and written forms Understand regulations and document services in real-time utilizing electronic technology Ability to multi-task and prioritize job responsibilities Respond timely and effectively to emergency and crisis situations Be proactive to identify, report and resolve safety/medical concerns as they arise Ability to accurately count money and complete basic math and banking transactions Complete training to become approved medication administration professional (AMAP) certified and accurately administer medications and maintain certification up-to-date without lapse Participate in team meetings and service plan meetings as necessary Ensure service plans are written in a timely, accurate manner following life plan meetings Provide person centered, culturally competent services, which may include celebration of holidays and attendance at religious services Provide continuous care and maintain approved staffing ratios at all times, which may include weekends and holidays Provide on-call coverage for primary site, as well as for a cluster of sites, as assigned Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of DSP's working in a residential setting Ability to access reliable transportation Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus Fluent in American Sign Language is a plus EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree with one-year experience in the field and at least six months' supervisory experience in the field Or Associate's degree with two years' experience in the field and at least one-year supervisory experience in any field Or At least five years' experience in the field and at least two years' supervisory experience in any field Or Internal candidate with at least four years' experience in the field PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must be capable of performing all SCIP Interventions Able to provide hands on care to individuals with various physical disabilities, which may include showering, feeding and physical assistance Ability to perform various household cleaning tasks utilizing cleaning supplies Occasional lifting of 25+ pounds, occasional pushing/pulling of 25+ pounds and occasional reaching and bending to perform necessary duties Ability to ascend and descend stairs Ability to participate in light to moderate physical activities Ability to utilize various electronic devices Provide transportation utilizing vehicles ranging in size from sedans to large passenger vans Exposure to pets may be required at certain sites EEO Employer
    $61.9k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Direct Support Professional Supervisor (MWH)

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Newburgh, NY jobs

    Pay Rate: $60,906 annually Weekly Schedule: 40 Flexible with On-Call Responsibilities OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: Direct Support Professional Supervisors 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 an Assistant Director/ Program Director/ Regional Program Director they oversee and direct services that enrich the lives of individuals. Our mission is to help individual's live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Direct Support Professional Supervisors oversee the overall operations of the program ensuring compliance with state and OPWDD regulations as well as agency policies and procedures. Direct Support Professional Supervisors hire, train and supervise direct care staff to ensure quality delivery of services, including, personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and health maintenance. Direct Support Professional Supervisors ensure all programming needs are met including, scheduling, staff development and physical plant. Direct Support Professional Supervisors ensure the program budget is maintained and ensure for timely billing, staff payroll processing and appropriate utilization of individual and agency funds.Providing individuals with the highest quality of care and services is also part of our mission. The Agency has an uncompromising commitment to quality and integrity - employees are expected to perform their duties and responsibilities to our high standard of quality. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency: Supervises and works alongside Direct Support Professionals in a residential setting which support individuals with varying diagnoses. Collaborates with Human Resources and DSP Administrators to promote staff recruitment, selection, hiring, retention, training and professional development. Tracks direct care staff's training due dates to ensure compliance with no lapse. Completes staff performance agreements which are aligned with Core Competencies. Provides performance feedback and initiates progressive discipline as needed. Creates, reviews and ensures the implementation of service plans. Ensures that high-quality rehabilitative services and person centered activities are being planned and conducted in accordance with service plans. Meets with individual's circle of support to ensure all programming needs are met and to problem solve any concerns that may arise. Ensures that the program is operating efficiently and within program budget specifications. Ensures that staff are completing documentation in a thorough, timely manner in order to ensure for maximum billing. Ensures for the safety of all individuals and team members. Ensures routine maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and physical plant are completed and follows through to resolution. Coordinates and leads program operations to achieve quality of care, and efficiency while maintaining regulatory standards. Reports and resolves incidents and compliance issues in a timely manner and ensures direct reports do the same. Maintains individual's charts up-to-date and ensures documents are scanned and filed appropriately. Inspires and promotes customer satisfaction. Participates in the agencies on call rotation and responds to individual and program emergencies as needed. Completes program staffing schedule and ensures for appropriate coverage Utilizes technology to review and approve staff timesheets. Organizes, multitasks and prioritizes duties and responsibilities in an efficient manner Provides personalized interactions with individuals to ensure high quality services. Acts in a professional and visionary manner and communicates effectively with others; completes training programs; trains others as required and attends departmental, agency and relevant community meetings. Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license. Performs other duties as needed or assigned. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: Performs other duties as needed or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrate all skills and attributes outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with individuals of various abilities Complete all mandatory trainings within first 90 days and maintain recertification's ongoing Professionally and effectively communicate both in verbal and written forms Understand regulations and document services in real-time utilizing electronic technology Ability to multi-task and prioritize job responsibilities Respond timely and effectively to emergency and crisis situations Be proactive to identify, report and resolve safety/medical concerns as they arise Ability to accurately count money and complete basic math and banking transactions Complete training to become approved medication administration professional (AMAP) certified and accurately administer medications and maintain certification up-to-date without lapse Participate in team meetings and service plan meetings as necessary Ensure service plans are written in a timely, accurate manner following life plan meetings Provide person centered, culturally competent services, which may include celebration of holidays and attendance at religious services Provide continuous care and maintain approved staffing ratios at all times, which may include weekends and holidays Provide on-call coverage for primary site, as well as for a cluster of sites, as assigned Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of DSP's working in a residential setting Ability to access reliable transportation Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus Fluent in American Sign Language is a plus EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree with one-year experience in the field and at least six months' supervisory experience in the field Or Associate's degree with two years' experience in the field and at least one-year supervisory experience in any field Or At least five years' experience in the field and at least two years' supervisory experience in any field Or Internal candidate with at least four years' experience in the field PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must be capable of performing all SCIP Interventions Able to provide hands on care to individuals with various physical disabilities, which may include showering, feeding and physical assistance Ability to perform various household cleaning tasks utilizing cleaning supplies Occasional lifting of 25+ pounds, occasional pushing/pulling of 25+ pounds and occasional reaching and bending to perform necessary duties Ability to ascend and descend stairs Ability to participate in light to moderate physical activities Ability to utilize various electronic devices Provide transportation utilizing vehicles ranging in size from sedans to large passenger vans Exposure to pets may be required at certain sites EEO Employer
    $60.9k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Direct Support Professional Supervisor (NS)

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Pine Bush, NY jobs

    Description Location: Pine Bush, NY Pay Rate: $61,406 annually Weekly Schedule: 40 Flexible with On-Call Responsibilities OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: Direct Support Professional Supervisors 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 an Assistant Director/ Program Director/ Regional Program Director they oversee and direct services that enrich the lives of individuals. Our mission is to help individual's live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Direct Support Professional Supervisors oversee the overall operations of the program ensuring compliance with state and OPWDD regulations as well as agency policies and procedures. Direct Support Professional Supervisors hire, train and supervise direct care staff to ensure quality delivery of services, including, personal care, meal preparation, medication administration, and health maintenance. Direct Support Professional Supervisors ensure all programming needs are met including, scheduling, staff development and physical plant. Direct Support Professional Supervisors ensure the program budget is maintained and ensure for timely billing, staff payroll processing and appropriate utilization of individual and agency funds.Providing individuals with the highest quality of care and services is also part of our mission. The Agency has an uncompromising commitment to quality and integrity - employees are expected to perform their duties and responsibilities to our high standard of quality. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency: Supervises and works alongside Direct Support Professionals in a residential setting which support individuals with varying diagnoses. Collaborates with Human Resources and DSP Administrators to promote staff recruitment, selection, hiring, retention, training and professional development. Tracks direct care staff's training due dates to ensure compliance with no lapse. Completes staff performance agreements which are aligned with Core Competencies. Provides performance feedback and initiates progressive discipline as needed. Creates, reviews and ensures the implementation of service plans. Ensures that high-quality rehabilitative services and person centered activities are being planned and conducted in accordance with service plans. Meets with individual's circle of support to ensure all programming needs are met and to problem solve any concerns that may arise. Ensures that the program is operating efficiently and within program budget specifications. Ensures that staff are completing documentation in a thorough, timely manner in order to ensure for maximum billing. Ensures for the safety of all individuals and team members. Ensures routine maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and physical plant are completed and follows through to resolution. Coordinates and leads program operations to achieve quality of care, and efficiency while maintaining regulatory standards. Reports and resolves incidents and compliance issues in a timely manner and ensures direct reports do the same. Maintains individual's charts up-to-date and ensures documents are scanned and filed appropriately. Inspires and promotes customer satisfaction. Participates in the agencies on call rotation and responds to individual and program emergencies as needed. Completes program staffing schedule and ensures for appropriate coverage Utilizes technology to review and approve staff timesheets. Organizes, multitasks and prioritizes duties and responsibilities in an efficient manner Provides personalized interactions with individuals to ensure high quality services. Acts in a professional and visionary manner and communicates effectively with others; completes training programs; trains others as required and attends departmental, agency and relevant community meetings. Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license. Performs other duties as needed or assigned. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: Performs other duties as needed or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrate all skills and attributes outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with individuals of various abilities Complete all mandatory trainings within first 90 days and maintain recertification's ongoing Professionally and effectively communicate both in verbal and written forms Understand regulations and document services in real-time utilizing electronic technology Ability to multi-task and prioritize job responsibilities Respond timely and effectively to emergency and crisis situations Be proactive to identify, report and resolve safety/medical concerns as they arise Ability to accurately count money and complete basic math and banking transactions Complete training to become approved medication administration professional (AMAP) certified and accurately administer medications and maintain certification up-to-date without lapse Participate in team meetings and service plan meetings as necessary Ensure service plans are written in a timely, accurate manner following life plan meetings Provide person centered, culturally competent services, which may include celebration of holidays and attendance at religious services Provide continuous care and maintain approved staffing ratios at all times, which may include weekends and holidays Provide on-call coverage for primary site, as well as for a cluster of sites, as assigned Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of DSP's working in a residential setting Ability to access reliable transportation Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus Fluent in American Sign Language is a plus EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree with one-year experience in the field and at least six months' supervisory experience in the field Or Associate's degree with two years' experience in the field and at least one-year supervisory experience in any field Or At least five years' experience in the field and at least two years' supervisory experience in any field Or Internal candidate with at least four years' experience in the field] PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must be capable of performing all SCIP Interventions Able to provide hands on care to individuals with various physical disabilities, which may include showering, feeding and physical assistance Ability to perform various household cleaning tasks utilizing cleaning supplies Occasional lifting of 25+ pounds, occasional pushing/pulling of 25+ pounds and occasional reaching and bending to perform necessary duties Ability to ascend and descend stairs Ability to participate in light to moderate physical activities Ability to utilize various electronic devices Provide transportation utilizing vehicles ranging in size from sedans to large passenger vans Exposure to pets may be required at certain sites EEO Employer
    $61.4k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Direct Support Professional

    Cds Monarch, Inc. 4.2company rating

    Webster, NY jobs

    NEW STARTING WAGES! Full AND Part Time Direct Support Professionals starting at $18.50/ hour up to $20.50/ hour for evening, overnight and weekends in complex homes. At CDS Monarch we value our Employees by offering: Paid time off for Full and Part Time Employees (including your Birthday!), Vacation time, Personal time and Sick Time Accruals! Affordable health care coverage including health, dental, vision, starting as low as $10.00/month Shift Differentials for Evening, Overnight and Weekend shifts plus complex house differentials! We invest in your Health! Get paid to stay healthy through our Employee Wellness Program. Tuition Reimbursement Generous Employee referral program So much more! Apply to find out more information Summary: Assist Individuals with a disability to lead a self-directed life and contribute to the community. Assist with activities of daily living if needed and encourage attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion. Essential Job Functions: Act as mandated reporter if there is reasonable suspicion to suspect abuse or neglect of Individuals and make all required reports in established timeframes, as required by the NYS Protection of People with Special Needs Act. Maintain certifications to distribute medications to Individuals as assigned, perform Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-R) and/or PROMOTE, and perform First Aid and CPR. Must be able to enter the swimming pool to ensure safety while individuals are utilizing the pool as assigned. Prepare meals for individuals while adhering to recommended diet/meal plans. Perform and/or assist individuals with personal hygiene tasks as well as performing daily home tasks as needed. Complete all documentation related to daily services provided within required guidelines. Transport individuals in an Agency vehicle. Maintain all required trainings (classroom and online) relevant to the position. Comply with and adhere to established NADSP core competencies/goals. Demonstrate respect for individuals, diversity, and inclusion. Provide supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans. Assist individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires. Provide interaction and choices for activities. Support individuals to be independent in activities of daily living. Partner with individuals to promote their health and safety. Promote positive behavior and supports through partnership with individuals and families. Assist individuals to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and community inclusion. Support the individual with educational, employment, and career goal attainment. Perform all other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work independently and motivate others. Ability to read and write English. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalency Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Must be able to lift 50 lbs dead weight Must be able to push/pull up to 25 lbs. frequently Must be able to stand, walk, and stoop frequently. May occasionally kneel or crouch. Kneeling is defined as bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s). Must be able to kneel in emergency situations to administer CPR. Crouching is defined as bending body downward and forward by bending spine and legs. Corporate Qualifications/Expectations: Must be at least 18 years of age Must meet applicable Vehicle Operator Requirements. (NYS Driver's License required) Adhere to all CDS Life Transitions, Inc. policies and procedures. Adhere to the Agency Mission, Vision, Shared Values, and Customer Service Standards. Attend mandatory education and training modules as scheduled; obtain and maintain all required certifications/training by State regulations and CDS policy Act as a professional representative of CDS Life Transitions, Inc. in regards to appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language, and dress. The listed salary range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The offered salary will be determined by: Applicant qualifications and experience, education, position specific licensing/training and departmental budgets. CDS Life Transitions is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. CDS Life Transitions will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at ************.
    $18.5-20.5 hourly Auto-Apply 43d ago
  • Direct Support Professional - Poughkeepsie, NY

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Poughkeepsie, NY jobs

    Rate: $17.50-$21.00 (Dependent on experience & house level) Shift: All shifts available (Day, Night, Overnight, 2 ½ day shift) Full-time, part-time, and per-diem shifts available Other locations include but are not limited to; New Windsor, Middletown, Newburgh, Pine Bush, and Coxsackie. Direct Support Professional Description Now Hiring: Gardeners, Gamers, and Craft Experts! Love helping others? Put your skills to work as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living, personal care, and community activities. What You'll Do: Assist with personal care, meals, and medication. Teach life skills like money management and social interaction. Ensure safety, provide support, and complete documentation. Drive individuals to activities, medical appointments, and other outings using agency vehicles. What You Bring: Experience in care or customer service (preferred). Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to complete training and certifications. A valid driver's license; bilingual or ASL skills a plus. The Fine Print: Must be able to lift 25+ lbs and assist with physical care. Comfortable using electronic devices and performing household tasks. Must be able to stand up for long periods of time Ability to use a computer to complete documentation. Turn your passions into purpose-apply today! EEO Employer
    $17.5-21 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • DSP 2 (TL)

    Access: Supports for Living 4.0company rating

    Pleasant Valley, NY jobs

    Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour Hours: Overnight Thursday-Saturday 11p-9a (30hrs) OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES: 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. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Duties and responsibilities vary in intensity and frequency (ranging from daily total care to verbal support): Advocacy - assists individuals with achieving desired personal outcomes (Core Competency 1 ) Professionalism - (Core Competency 3 ) Health Maintenance - supports individuals in achieving optimal health, which may include medical appointment, medication administration and healthy meal planning and preparation ( Core Competency 4 ) Safety - provides continuous care in order to ensure for the overall safety of individuals, as well as colleagues and self (Core Competency 5) Household Maintenance - ensures routine household maintenance gets completed as needed, which may include meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc. (Core Competency 5, 6) Personal Care - supports individuals with all personal care needs, which may include providing hands on assistance (Core Competency 4,5) Independent Living Skills Development - helps individuals develop skills to increase independence (Core Competency 6) Mentor - serves as a role model, demonstrating appropriate social interactions and implementing approved crisis intervention techniques and strategies as needed (Core Competency 3) Operational Support - completes documentation and safety checks, in accordance with regulations and policies, utilizing appropriate computer applications and paper documentation (Core Competency 2, 3) Transportation - provides transportation for individuals to various sites in the community utilizing an agency vehicle (Core Competency 7) ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT: Performs other duties as needed or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES: Demonstrate all skills and attributes outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with individuals of various abilities Complete all mandatory trainings within first 90 days and maintain recertification's ongoing Professionally and effectively communicate both in verbal and written forms Understand regulations and document services in real-time utilizing electronic technology Ability to multi-task and prioritize job responsibilities Respond timely and effectively to emergency and crisis situations Be proactive to identify, report and resolve safety/ medical concerns as they arise Ability to accurately count money and complete basic math and banking transactions Complete training to become approved medication administration professional (AMAP) certified and accurately administer medications and maintain certification up-to-date without lapse Participate in team meetings and service plan meetings as necessary Provide person centered, culturally competent services, which may include celebration of holidays and attendance at religious services Provide continuous care and maintain approved staffing ratios at all times, which may include weekends and holidays Ability to access reliable transportation Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus Fluent in American Sign Language is a plus EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate's Degree in a related field Or At least 1 year of professional direct care experience or real life experience caring for others Or Internal candidates with at least 6 months of experience supporting people with higher needs (behavioral or medical) ( * Internal candidates may also be considered based on demonstrated performance and mastery of core competencies) **DSP2's provides these services and supports at Level 2 IRAs. Level 2 IRAs are home to individuals with intensive behavioral needs and/or dual diagnosis. Staffing supports required can range from verbal prompting to physical interventions. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must be capable of performing all SCIP Interventions Able to provide hands on care to individuals with various physical disabilities, which may include showering, feeding and physical assistance Ability to perform various household cleaning tasks utilizing cleaning supplies Occasional lifting of 25+ pounds, occasional pushing/pulling of 25+ pounds and occasional reaching and bending to perform necessary duties Ability to ascend and descend stairs Ability to participate in light to moderate physical activities Ability to utilize various electronic devices Provide transportation utilizing vehicles ranging in size from sedans to large passenger vans Exposure to pets may be required at certain sites EEO Employer
    $18.5 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Direct Support Professional - Day Habilitation

    The Arc Wayne 3.7company rating

    Direct support professional job at The Arc Wayne

    Why Join Our Team: The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. With compassion, understanding, and support, we connect individuals and families to a world of possibilities that promote independence. Benefits: Generous Paid Vacation Time Sick Time 10 Paid holidays Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision Tuition Reimbursement Paid Training Bereavement Leave Employee Referral Bonus Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan with Agency Match And so much more! A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Professional-Day Habilitation: As a part time Direct Support Professional - Day Habilitation at The Arc Wayne in Newark, NY you will be an integral part in supporting people to develop life skills while supporting their confidentiality, privacy, human dignity, uniqueness and both physical and emotional well-being. Support individuals to plan and complete meaningful activities of their choosing that may include, but are not limited to recreational, learning and physical fitness activities, development of individual interests and the pursuit of personal goals Individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and will provide assistance in making healthy dietary choices while following pre-established orders by medical professionals. Provide assistance with eating, direct personal support with bathroom responsibilities such as but not limited to: shaving, brushing teeth, bathing/showering, bathroom use and dressing; Monitor and maintain a clean, safe and secure environment for individuals at all times, while providing Day Habilitation services according to each individual's plan, Participate in building evacuation and fire drills. It is rewarding to see your work as a DSP pay off when the people you support achieve their goals! Who We Are Looking For: You have a passion to help others and a caring heart. You like to make a difference every day and are looking for a rewarding career. High School Diploma or GED required Valid New York State Driver's License required Ability to physically assist individuals who use wheelchairs or walkers Work Schedule: Part time, Monday through Friday 8 am to 2:30 pm (30 hours) OR Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 2 pm
    $25k-29k yearly est. 60d+ ago

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