Direct Support Professional – DSP 1

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YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working, and learning. YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of people with I/DD and their families. YAI promotes a person-centered approach to support people in our programs by creating plans catered to the specific needs of each individual . Join our dynamic team teaching daily and independent living skills, providing individual and group counseling, and promoting community integration.

We are hiring for our Full- Time Direct Support Professional position at our Sheepshead Bay location.

The ideal candidate for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position will have an enthusiasm for helping people and be comfortable working with people who require support in activities of daily living such as assisting with showering, toileting, and grooming. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work directly with people needing assistance in their home, work, and daily life in varying capacities . The DSP’s goal is to help people live their best lives, in a way that they want, by assisting them in the areas/activities that promote independence.

YAI empowers people with disabilities to reach their goals every day. YAI employees are constantly exploring innovative ways of improving the quality of life of the people we support. Our employees help over 20,000 people feel successful on their own terms. Our passionate staff of 4,000 professionals believes that everyone has a fundamental right to live, love, work and learn. If you share our vision and want to help support people to live the fullest lives possible, YAI will be the right place for you.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:00pm

Key Responsibilities:

Maintaining Professionalism and Punctuality

Taking Ownership/ Accountability

Being Flexible: Job responsibilities may change based on needs

Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations

Using effective communication skills & time management skills

Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support)

Ensuring maintenance upkeep and safety based on facility/ program structure

Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills

Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies

Ensuring health, wellness and safety

Ensuring appropriate supervision of the people we support

Understanding when to contact an administrator for support

Demonstrating a willingness to assist people with ADLs

Transporting and escorting people we support on recreational activities, medical appointment , home visits, etc.

Building Positive relationships

Using person first language

Maintaining a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making

Ensuring person centered plans are implemented

Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing

Using foundational Teaching skills (EMOE, Task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.

Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguard personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided

Managing crisis

Education and Experience:

Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities through patient and compassionate care

Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus

Good written and verbal communication

Basic computer knowledge

Valid NY State Drivers License

Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Willing to take initiative

Compensation:

$16.50 – $16.50 / hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.