Direct Support Professional

$17.25 per hour

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Company Overview

A non-profit within the five boroughs has Direct Support Professional needs.

Position Overview

Working one-on-one with each individual, the Direct Support Professional will assess his/her/they needs and tend to them accordingly to foster a positive, encouraging environment.

Key Responsibilities

Be supportive, positive and encouraging in meeting the needs of those with developmental disabilities as you assist them in working on gaining further independence.
Encourage and foster individuals' preferred hobbies, interests and self-determined choices.
Assist with and work to strengthen the individuals' daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, hygiene, exercise, communication, and socialization skills
Help individuals to bathe, groom and dress, eat and drink if necessary, always working to improve self-reliance and independence.
Work with the Individual being served to create goals, track progress and report findings to superiors.
Encourage the Individuals involvement in the local community and encourage community inclusion based on their interests and preferences.
Develop meaningful relationships and connections with clients to make them feel cared for and included in the community.
Follow all health and safety protocols as designated.
Assist the Individuals in maintaining a sanitary and tidy home.
Attend continuing education courses and training as the role requires.
Be a compassionate, patient, and encouraging support professional at all times.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent
Comfortable working independently and can consistently make good judgments that benefit the client.
Flexible, with a keen ability to handle stress well.
Friendly disposition with a positive 'can-do' attitude
Computer literate and technologically well informed.
Experience tracking and recording information, preferred.
Enjoy working with people who have developmental disabilities to improve their quality of life.
Strong interpersonal skills and passionate about helping those in need.
Ability to move and stand for prolonged periods and frequently perform physically demanding tasks
Employment is contingent upon passing background checks (OPWDD, The Justice Center,etc.) and successful completion of AABR's Orientation Training program.
Current certification in SCIP, CPR/First Aid and AMAP for Full Time Position.
Current certification in SCIP, CPR & First Aid for a Part Time Position.

Pay Range

USD $17.25 - USD $17.25 /Hr.

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