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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (OPWDD)

$19 - $20 per hour

SCO Family of Services

Direct Support Professional

Provide close supervision for individuals in accordance with the individual treatment plan. If individual is on a 1:1 supervision status, provide continual supervision as noted in the treatment plan. Complete transfer form when transferring individual's care to another staff.

Participate in the individuals' program planning meetings; reviews and sign off on Annual and Semi-Annual Treatment Plans.

Maintain individuals' possessions in a neat and orderly manner; communicate needs for the individuals to the management; complete documentation in accordance with program procedures.

Transport individuals in a safe and comfortable manner; follow all NYS laws and agency procedures; maintain valid NYS Driver's License; complete all documentation including vehicle logs in a timely and complete manner; communicate condition of vehicles to management; ensure that the individuals have the optimum experience by not having the radio too loud, maintaining the temperature at a comfortable level, etc.

Maintain the physical plant and agency property in a clean and safe manner; communicate any issues to management.

Provide all other duties as needed or requested to ensure that the individuals are safe, healthy, and comfortable.

Comply with OPWDD regulations and agency procedures.

Obtain and maintain SCIP-R certification; attend all mandatory training.

Obtain and maintain AMAP certification and submit a copy of the certification to each program in which he/she administers medication.

Attend all staff meetings including in-services and trainings.

Demonstrate competency in all required training areas.

Qualifications

A minimum high school diploma or GED.

A clean and valid NYS driver's license preferred.

Experience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injuries preferred.

Acceptable background clearance check through State Central register and compliance with health regulations for physical examination and Mantoux

Salary ranges from $19.00 - $20.00

DSPs with valid NYS Driver's License $19.50

DSPs with valid NYS Driver's License & Completed all mandatory trainings (e.g., CPR, SCIP, AMAP, etc.) $20.00

Travel Required: Yes. 25%

Equal 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.

SCO Family of Services
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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