Direct Support Professional - New City Day Hab

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •High School diploma or equivalent
• •A valid driver's license
• •Completion of State and Agency mandated training
• •Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• •Represent yourself and the Agency in a professional and courteous manner
• •Know, understand, and continually practice the Agency's Standards of Conduct
• •Must be able to use a computer and learn software programs
• •Must be able to speak, read and write fluently in the English language
• •Must be able to write in the English language using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc.
• •Must have a valid Driver's License
• •Must be willing to drive agency vehicles
• •Must be able to lift 0-25 lbs. (frequently)
• •Must be able to occasionally lift 25-50 lbs.
• •Must be able to rarely lift over 50 lbs.
• •Must be able to frequently push/pull 0-25 lbs. of force
• •Must be able to occasionally push/pull 26-45 lbs. force
• •Must be able to rarely push/pull over 45 lbs.
• •Must be able to sit 50-60% of the working day
• •Must be able to stand 10-20% of the working day
• •Must be able to walk 10-20% of the working day
• •Must be able to occasionally stoop
• •Must be able to occasionally kneel
• •Must be able to occasionally crouch
• •Must be able to regularly stand
• •Must be able to regularly walk
• •Must be able to use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects
• •Must be able to reach with hands and arms
• •Must be able to talk and listen
• •Must be able to taste or smell
• •Must be able to keep balance
• •Must be able to remain awake and alert during the entirety of the each assigned shift
• •Must be able to operate a fax, copier, scan, and other office equipment
• •Must be able to administer prescribed medications after successful completion of AMAP medication administration course
• •Must be able to learn and demonstrate skills outlined in the DSP Code of Ethics and DSP Core Competencies
• •Must be able to attend and successfully complete all required training in accordance with SPDD Training Policy
• •Must be able to intervene and address any problem that may be occurring
• •Must be able to report all incidents in a timely manner as required
• •Must be able to drive agency vehicles for transportation of persons receiving supports and adhere to all related vehicle operation policies
• •Must be able to maintain a safe and clean environment by adhering to sanitary and infection control procedures
• •Must be able to establish positive working relationships with persons receiving services, co-workers, management and the public
• •Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with parents, guardians and other professionals
• •Must be able to implement outlined Habilitation and Behavioral Support plans/programs and document accordingly
• •Must be able to assist with personal care of persons receiving support as needed
• •Must be able to assist individuals with planning and participating in the community activities
• •Must be able to ensure residence is cleaned and sanitized
• •Must be able to participate in scheduled program meetings, i.e., staff meetings, in-service trainings and other meetings as required
• •Must be able to provide support/coverage to other than assigned area as needed
• •Must be able to perform all necessary activities assigned to further the agency's mission
• •Must be able to adhere to all regulations, policies, procedures and protocols set forth by NY OPWDD, NY Justice Center, Centers for Medicare/Medicaid and Abbott House

Desired Qualifications

• •One-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities