Direct Support Professional DSP

Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Needed - Brooklyn, NY Part-Time Position | OPWDD / ID-DD Services Bond Health is seeking a compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Schedule Tuesday: 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Essential Functions and Responsibilities Assist individuals receiving services in leading self-directed lives and participating fully in their local communities. Support the emotional, physical, and personal well-being of individuals while remaining attentive and energetic in reducing risk of harm. Monitor each individual's ability to self-preserve and respond to harm or danger. Respect confidentiality and privacy in accordance with state and agency regulations, recognizing that confidentiality must be broken if there is imminent harm to the individual or others. Promote and ensure the human and civil rights of individuals receiving services and assist them in understanding and expressing their rights and responsibilities. Promote advocacy, inclusion, and full community participation. Communicate and teach in ways that are age- and developmentally appropriate. Ensure services and supports are delivered in accordance with agency policies and procedures and all OPWDD, State, and Federal regulations and guidelines. Identify, intervene, and report suspected neglect or abuse and, if requested, participate fully in investigations involving suspected or reported incidents. Be knowledgeable of each individual's Habilitation Plan, valued outcomes, and personal goals. Implement each individual's Habilitation Plan as written, document required data in the agency's electronic medical record system, and assess and monitor progress. Provide a therapeutic and professional environment and maintain professional behavior, conduct, and presentation at all times. As directed by the Program Supervisor, maintain appropriate communication with family members, service coordinators, and other pertinent members of the individual's life. Provide the appropriate level of support and supervision while actively engaging individuals in the program, community, and/or volunteer site. As needed, supervise, support, and/or assist individuals with activities of daily living, including eating, toileting, dressing, personal hygiene, and grooming. Participate in all scheduled or required meetings and trainings requested by the Agency or Supervisor. As requested, travel with individuals to and from agency-approved activities using public transportation. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications High School Diploma and experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (ID/DD). Excellent written and oral communication skills. Flexibility in scheduled work hours as needed. Eager to learn and develop professional skills in the field. Ability to work with a diverse group of people and be a team player. #J-18808-Ljbffr