Direct Support Professional - DSP 1
$37,440–$37,440 year
On-site · Queens, New York, United States
Job Summary
Direct Support Professional (DSP 1) provides person-centered supervision, care, and emotional support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a per-diem setting. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting), administering medications as prescribed, transporting individuals to activities and appointments, facilitating social interactions and community connections, implementing Behavior Support Plans, supporting learning and skill development, maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, documenting services and progress in electronic records, and complying with HIPAA and program policies. Requires crisis intervention preparedness, willingness to obtain program-specific certifications within one year, and strong communication, patience, empathy, and teamwork to support individuals in achieving quality of life goals in accordance with individual plans.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to meet essential physical demands (frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds)
- Must hold or obtain SCIP-R within one year of appointment
- Must hold or obtain additional certifications as required by program (e.g., AMAP, CPR, Diabetes Care, Choking – Return Demonstration) within one year of appointment
- Ability to develop professional relationships aligned with organizational mission
- Ability to work in a high-energy, fast-paced environment and to work beyond regular hours/holidays as needed
- Possession of valid Driver’s License and Van certification for transport assignments
- Basic computer skills including email and Workday-related systems
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