Direct Support Professional/Driver / AMAP for Residential Group Home

Job Title – Direct Support Professional/Driver / AMAP for Residential Group Home

Report to: Shift Supervisor/Assistant Manager

Location: Bronx, NY

Job Classification : Full-time/40 hours per week

FLSA: Non-exempt

Salary: $18-19 per hour

Brief Job Description:

DBIS is a not-for-profit agency located in the Bronx and Yonkers serving individuals with developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Professional is responsible for the implementation of Individual Service Plans, overall familiarity with individual needs, and active advocacy for all individuals in the Residence. Direct Support Professionals are expected to support each individual to establish functional independence in specific skill areas, implement individuals Residential Service Plan goals, objectives, and document their progress. Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Experience:

1-2 years in the Human or Health services field preferred but not required.

Preferred prior experience working in a residential group home setting.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

Excellent verbal and written skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with people.

Excellent analytical ability and organizational skills.

Flexibility, poise, tact, and the ability to develop rapport with individuals of various backgrounds and positions.

Days & Hours:

12 hours a day, Sunday – Saturday / M-F 2 pm-10 pm

Overnights & Weekends

Full-Time

What there for Me:

Salary: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour

Empire BSBC Premium Medical Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance Benefits

403(B) Retirement Plan, 2% bonus match based on Agency Fiscal year ending turnover,

Short term disability

Term Life Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Tuition Assistance Program

We paid sick and vacation time to eligible full-time employees after completing a 3-months introductory period.

Please note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Who We Are: https://www.daybreakis.org/

In 2010, Daybreak Independent Services opened its doors for individuals with developmental disabilities to learn and apply their skills in a traditional work setting. Since then, Daybreak has expanded its mission to multiple locations adding both people and additional services. We Serve hundreds of New Yorkers living with developmental disabilities. Partnerships with local businesses like Stew Leonard, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls have allowed the vision to grow exponentially. In addition, taking on residential programs has allowed us to serve those that need round-the-clock supervision. Its only the beginning. As we change lives every day, we ourselves are changed in the process. So the work continues, and we look forward to what lies ahead.