Direct Support Professional
Full Time
Amityville, NY 11701
Posted Today
Job description
Overview:
Essential Job Functions
Work with the people we support to help them identify and realize their personal life goals
Advocate with the people we support in a variety of situations
Work with the people we support to teach them new life skills
Work in partnership with the people we support to promote their health and safety
Assist the people we support to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and valued social roles
Work with the people we support and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop service plans that aid the person in achieving their personal life goals
Provide positive behavior support to the people we support as necessary
Prevent, recognize and report abuse toward the people we support
Administer bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance
Care for individuals during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles
Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands
Plan, shop for, or prepare nutritious meals or assist individuals in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals
Accurately document service provision, daily notes and other information as required
Promote and support community involvement for the people we support Responsibilities:
Position Overview
The primary role of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) is to work alongside the people we support in order to help them to achieve their Personal Outcomes. This includes working with them to develop daily living, professional and informed decision making skills while also supporting their health and safety.
The primary role of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) is to work alongside the people we support in order to help them to achieve their Personal Outcomes. This includes working with them to develop daily living, professional and informed decision making skills while also supporting their health and safety.
Essential Job Functions
Work with the people we support to help them identify and realize their personal life goals
Advocate with the people we support in a variety of situations
Work with the people we support to teach them new life skills
Work in partnership with the people we support to promote their health and safety
Assist the people we support to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and valued social roles
Work with the people we support and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop service plans that aid the person in achieving their personal life goals
Provide positive behavior support to the people we support as necessary
Prevent, recognize and report abuse toward the people we support
Administer bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance
Care for individuals during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles
Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands
Plan, shop for, or prepare nutritious meals or assist individuals in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals
Accurately document service provision, daily notes and other information as required
Promote and support community involvement for the people we support
Duties and Responsibilities
Always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community
Maintain the confidentiality of any information relating to individuals and employees of the organization
Transport clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle
Perform healthcare-related tasks, such as medication administration
Complete all required trainings and stay in compliance
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community
Maintain the confidentiality of any information relating to individuals and employees of the organization
Transport clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle
Perform healthcare-related tasks, such as medication administration
Complete all required trainings and stay in compliance
Other duties as assigned
Education, Work Experience, and Competencies
18 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid NYS Driver’s License and satisfy criteria to be a driver for FREE – preferred
Proficient computer skills and familiarity with MediSked preferred
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others informed and anticipating needs is essential
Must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills
No convictions for crimes that preclude a person from working with members of a vulnerable population
Physical Demands
Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours)
Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Employee is required to reach with hands and arms
Employee is required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or stand on a stool as needed
Employee is required to be able to lift 50 pounds at a time
18 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid NYS Driver’s License and satisfy criteria to be a driver for FREE – preferred
Proficient computer skills and familiarity with MediSked preferred
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others informed and anticipating needs is essential
Must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills
No convictions for crimes that preclude a person from working with members of a vulnerable population
Physical Demands
Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours)
Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Employee is required to reach with hands and arms
Employee is required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or stand on a stool as needed
Employee is required to be able to lift 50 pounds at a time
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