Direct Support Professional (Rehabilitation)

Direct Support Professional (DSP) We are seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) who supports people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder to increase their independence, daily living skills, and empower them to achieve their goals. A DSP uses person‑centered thinking and approaches to provide daily support in decision making, community integration, and obtaining paid employment. Awesome Things You’ll Do Uphold Goodwill’s values and mission by understanding, implementing, and maintaining all policies and procedures, including safety and documentation, and fulfilling regular training requirements. Embody the NYS Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics and Core Competencies. Support each person in achieving their individualized goals by providing supports detailed in each person’s Staff Action Plan and Life Plan. Assist in the preparation of each person’s Life Plan and Staff Action Plan, and attend team meetings as needed. Monitor and document services provided and progress towards goals, ensuring accurate and timely documentation during shifts. Work as part of the team to ensure participants receive seamless service provision and are engaged in person‑centered activities throughout the day. Engage participants in community exploration and inclusion by providing them with person‑centered opportunities and daily choice. Plan and run appropriate group activities that meet funding source requirements. Accompany participants to volunteer sites and activities in the community and support them as they complete tasks at volunteer and internship sites. Accompany participants to buy metro cards and support them in traveling safely in the community on public transportation daily. Monitor participant’s safety as they arrive and while they are waiting for their transportation at the end of each day. Follow Medicaid, state funding source, and agency guidelines and regulations when providing and documenting services. Support participants by pushing their wheelchair for short periods of time such as when the participant needs assistance getting over a curb, platform gap, or train, or if they need a short break. Follow safety protocols to foster a safe working environment and report unsafe conditions, environments, and equipment to Supervisor. Observe participants for evidence of injury or bruises and evaluate for changes in emotional and physical status and complete any applicable incident reporting. Support participants in managing their behavior, intervene as appropriate, and inform supervisor. Advocate for the people we support and ensure their rights are protected. Document all program data, including participant services, behavior plan data, community integration logs, assessments, petty cash, metro card distribution, maintenance requests, and supply acquisition forms. Represent Goodwill in a professional manner to families, community partners, and others. Work assigned schedules, including arriving and departing on time, requesting time off in advance, and notifying supervisor of changes to assigned work schedule and location. Perform other related duties as requested. DSP Floater Provides coverage in multiple locations throughout the week based on programmatic needs. DSP Driver A DSP Van Driver is responsible for safely driving and escorting program attendees in an accessible 12‑passenger van to/from home and program, transporting groups to activities during the day, and delivering supplies between program sites. Maintains daily communication with program participants, their families, and program staff regarding pick‑up and drop‑off times, route notifications, and issues/concerns. Transports program groups to/from activity locations in the 5 boroughs during the program day. Maintains schedules and ensures participants and groups arrive at destinations on time. Assists riders as needed when entering and exiting the vehicle. Operates vehicle in accordance with agency safety rules, OSHA, and OPWDD requirements as well as all local, state, and federal laws. Performs daily routine safety checks and pre/post‑trip inspections on assigned vehicle. Completes required paperwork including daily logs, route sheets, and all required records related to driving activities. Activities are subject to change or be added to meet business needs with management approval. Our Must Haves HS Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent required. 6+ months of social service or life experience with persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred. Proficient computer skills required. Active position requiring regular standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and/or kneeling. DSP Driver Requirements Must possess a valid state driver's license with a safe driving record that meets agency standards. Two years’ driving experience required. One‑year experience of institutional driving preferred. Special Working Conditions Daily travel on public transportation required. DSP location assignments can change with advance notice based on coverage needs. DSP Floater is notified each day of the following day’s location; requires flexibility to cover shifts in day‑service locations in Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, & Bronx, Monday–Friday between 8:30 am–4:30 pm or 9 am–5 pm dependent on schedule. DSP Driver is a full‑time position working a Monday‑Friday daytime shift. The exact schedule will be determined by program needs; the driver may be asked to alter their work schedule depending on operational needs. What We Offer Generous time‑off policy. Health, wellness, and financial resources to help you achieve personal goals. Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leaves, and company‑sponsored life insurance. Retirement matching programs and contributions. Transit and commuter benefits. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, or if you are unable to apply through our recruitment portal, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. We are happy to assist and ensure you have an equal opportunity to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey