Direct Support Professional - Day Hab - Full Time - Days

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE : Direct Support Professional

CLASSIFICATION:  Full Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Day Habilitation

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Day Habilitation Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY: Enhance quality of life for people with developmental disabilities by performing direct support services. Reads, implements and documents services according to individual service plans and procedures. Ensures safe and effective behavior management. Supports a person’s unique capacities, personality and potential and promotes self-advocacy. Facilitates personal growth and development, supports and services including supporting individuals to overcome barriers and challenges. Demonstrates and assists in meal planning and food preparation, storage and handling.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education, Training & Experience:

Ability to perform all job functions in accordance with agency values

Preferred Education, Training & Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Driver’s license and acceptable driving record preferred

 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability and willingness to obtain Certification in CPI (behavior certification)

Ability and willingness to Achieve and maintain (through agency training) proficiency in all of the following NYS DSP Core

Ability to communicate professionally with various levels of staff, People We Serve and family members

 

SALARY:

$17 per hour starting rate

\nCompany Description

In 2018, two regional chapters of NYSARC joined forces and embarked on a journey to set a new standard for collaboration among agencies serving individuals with disabilities.

The two organizations have a rich history—both with the communities they serve and in which they serve, along with their independent brand identities. In identifying a parent brand, all parties worked together to craft a likeness that honors both the heritage of each agency and their combined mission to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Throughout the brainstorming meetings, one theme prevailed—togetherness. While the process, funding, legislation, and even definition of what it means to serve people with disabilities has changed dramatically over the tenure of our organizations, one thing that has not changed is the commitment to togetherness. Both organizations recognize that, as people, we’re better together—disabilities or not, Olean or Niagara, it doesn’t matter. Togetherness works.

Company Description

In 2018, two regional chapters of NYSARC joined forces and embarked on a journey to set a new standard for collaboration among agencies serving individuals with disabilities.\r\n\r\nThe two organizations have a rich history—both with the communities they serve and in which they serve, along with their independent brand identities. In identifying a parent brand, all parties worked together to craft a likeness that honors both the heritage of each agency and their combined mission to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.\r\n\r\nThroughout the brainstorming meetings, one theme prevailed—togetherness. While the process, funding, legislation, and even definition of what it means to serve people with disabilities has changed dramatically over the tenure of our organizations, one thing that has not changed is the commitment to togetherness. Both organizations recognize that, as people, we’re better together—disabilities or not, Olean or Niagara, it doesn’t matter. Togetherness works.