DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Location: 2065 Union Blvd, Bay Shore, NY 11706, USA Provides close supervision for individuals in accordance with the individual treatment plan. If an individual is on a 1:1 supervision status, provides continual supervision as noted in the plan. Completes transfer form when transferring the individual's care to another staff. Participates in the individuals' program planning meetings; reviews and signs off on Annual and Semi-Annual Treatment Plans. Maintains individuals' possessions in a neat and orderly manner; communicates needs for the individuals to management; completes documentation in accordance with program procedures. Transports individuals in a safe and comfortable manner; follows all NYS laws and agency procedures; maintains valid NYS Driver's License; completes all documentation including vehicle logs in a timely and complete manner; communicates condition of vehicles to management; ensures that the individuals have the optimum experience by not having the radio too loud, maintaining the temperature at a comfortable level, etc. Maintains the physical plant and agency property in a clean and safe manner; communicates any issues to management. Provides all other duties as needed or requested to ensure that the individuals are safe, healthy, and comfortable. Complies with OPWDD regulations and agency procedures. Obtains and maintains SCIP-R certification; attends all mandatory training. Obtains and maintains AMAP certification and submits a copy of the certification to each program in which he/she administers medication. Attends all staff meetings including in-services and trainings. Demonstrates competency in all required training areas. Travel Required Yes. 50 % of the time. Qualifications Minimum of high school diploma or GED. A clean and valid NYS driver’s license required. Experience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injury preferred. Ability to complete SCIP and AMAP training. Certifications SCIP-R certification. AMAP certification. Experience Preferred experience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injury. Education High School diploma or better. SCO Family of Services is an equal employment opportunity employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr SCO Family of Service