Direct Support/Personal Care Professional

Job Description
Job Description Opengate is an innovative forward-thinking non-profit organization looking to provide extraordinary individuals support with the highest possible quality of life. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional, who will play a critical role in making a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve.

Being a Direct Support Professional is not just a job – it's a chance to be a positive force in someone's life journey.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP), Certified Day Habilitation is responsible for supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the day habilitation program site and in the community, to lead richer lives. DSP's assist people receiving supports with all of their personal needs and care plans, including modeling socially appropriate behavior. They are responsible for supporting people to participate in recreational programs that strengthen their life skills, and they ensure a safe and comfortable environment. A primary purpose of the DSP is to support people to lead self-directed lives and to participate in their communities in a way that meets their interests and abilities.
Essential Job Functions
Provide direct care and support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the day habilitation program site and in the community.
Help to assess the needs of people receiving support and act as an advocate, ensuring each person receives appropriate services and that their personal needs are met while maintaining optimal health and safety.
Complete daily, weekly and monthly documentation of services and supports and review data for accuracy and completeness.
Complete Behavior Intervention Reports and Medical Intervention Reports as required.
Develop a working knowledge of applicable behavior management programs.
Maintain a clean, safe and organized environment and complete daily chores as scheduled.
Support people to participate in recreational activities.
Support people to complete Activities of Daily Living (ADL), including providing hands-on assistance with basic personal hygiene, bathing, toileting, grooming, feeding, and other healthcare related tasks
Must complete Opengate driving course and be able to drive Opengate vehicles to transport people receiving services.
Perform delivery of service tasks as assigned by their supervisor, which will include providing transportation.
Maintain money management protocols for the personal funds of people receiving supports.
Participate in fire drills as scheduled.
Participate in Strategies for Crisis Intervention Prevention- Revised (SCIP-R) training and be able to implement strategies pertaining to the course. This may include implementation of hands-on/physical interventions when necessary.
Attend Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings as requested and participate in the on-going development of treatment plans.
Attend and complete all scheduled training and maintain required certifications.
Follow federal, state, and local governmental regulatory guidelines pertaining to a safe, healthy, and clean work environment, reporting health and safety concerns to the supervisor.
Performs additional tasks assigned by the Supervisor
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent B. Must have a valid Driver's license
One year's experience working with I/DD population is preferred.
Proficient in basic computer skills
Physical Requirements
This position is a non-sedentary role and requires frequent standing and walking.
Able to lift 50 or more pounds. The ability to turn, lift and assist individuals with movement.
Why work for us?
~ PAID training to help you succeed and grow in your role.

Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
Eligible to enroll in 401k after six months of employment
Employer-paid vision and dental premiums to keep you covered.
Tuition reimbursement for your personal and professional development
Generous paid time-off to maintain your work-life balance
A supportive, dynamic team environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated
$19.25 - $20.25 hourly. Compensation will be commensurate with job qualifications and work experience.
Opengate is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, domestic or civil union partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, transgender status, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, education, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. The Company promotes inclusion and acceptance of all protected classes.
In order to promote and maintain a community culture, employees hired to work at Opengate must legally reside and perform their work in the state of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania.