Direct Support Professional II-73532901
$41,184–$41,184 year
On-siteBrooklyn, New York, United States
Job Summary
Provide personal care and health support, including hygiene, grooming, toileting, medication administration, vital signs, and medical appointments. Support nutrition and mealtime activities through meal preparation, safe food handling, and social dining skills. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized residential environment, including housekeeping, fire safety, and minor maintenance tasks. Promote individual development and community integration via skill-building, recreation, employment supports, and transportation. Encourage positive interpersonal relationships, communication skills, money management, and leisure activities. Observe, document, and report individual progress while participating in program planning, team meetings, and staff training. Apply approved behavior management techniques and respond appropriately to emergencies. Work Friday through Tuesday from 11pm to 7:30am in a residential setting in Brooklyn.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate from an accredited public or private organization
- AMAP Certification – current or able to obtain within six (6) months of hire
- SCIP‐R Certification – current or able to obtain within six (6) months of hire
- CPR and First Aid Certification – current or able to obtain within six (6) months of hire
- Valid New York State Driver's License with a clean driving record
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Residential setting (onsite)
- Knowledge of OPWDD policies and applicable state and federal regulations
- Understanding of active treatment and habilitation principles
- Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently, manage challenging situations calmly, and operate a motor vehicle when required
- Ability to assist individuals with mobility and personal care
- Ability to respond to behavioral and emergency situations
Desired Qualifications
- Experience providing direct care to adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities
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