Direct Support Professional - Residence Aide

Direct Support Professional – Residential Aide Summary

The Direct Support Professional – Residential Aide provides direct care, supervision, and support to residents (people receiving services) in a residential setting. This role focuses on assisting individuals in developing independence in activities of daily living (ADLs), while ensuring health, safety, and overall well-being. DSPs actively participate in daily household management and serve as positive role models for residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide training and assistance to residents to develop and/or improve independent living skills such as cooking, housekeeping, laundry, and grocery shopping
• Assist residents with personal care needs including bathing, toileting, grooming, and hygiene
• Provide supervision to residents in the home and community to ensure safety and well-being
• Support residents in developing money management skills, including budgeting and making appropriate purchases
• Administer medications and complete required documentation in accordance with agency policy and certification requirements
• Complete all required documentation accurately and within designated timeframes, including progress notes, T-logs, and habilitation plans
• Transport and accompany residents to medical appointments, recreational activities, and community outings
• Provide training in mobility and community orientation
• Assist residents with daily household operations and routine domestic tasks
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the residence, including common areas and resident spaces
• Participate in assessments, service plan implementation, and team meetings as required
• Maintain communication with supervisors regarding resident health, safety, and behavioral concerns
• Act as a positive role model when teaching household, social, and community skills
• Build and maintain professional relationships with residents, families, and team members
• Follow all agency policies and procedures, including those related to safety, incident reporting, and confidentiality
• Adhere to OPWDD regulations, including Part 633 (Consumer Rights) and Part 624 (Incident Reporting)
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and scheduled house meetings
• Check and respond to agency email regularly during scheduled shifts
• Report to work as scheduled and make every effort to maintain coverage during inclement weather conditions

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid NY State driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the agency's insurance carrier require
• Ability to lift and assist with up to 50 pounds (including transfers and physical support)