Direct Support Professional (CLS) - Specialized Support Home

Responsibilities

• Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction.
• Provide ongoing support to individuals in the Community Living Services program to maintain a high quality of life.
• Assist with self‑care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing.
• Offer guidance to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities to ensure active participation in all aspects of their lives.
• Provide the level of support necessary for each individual to foster independence and engagement in daily routines.
• Support individuals in becoming active community members and maintaining natural supports and relationships.
• Ensure a safe and clean home by assisting with and participating in household chores as needed.
• Follow treatment plans and use adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence, health, safety, and well‑being.
• Teach meal‑preparation concepts such as diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
• Assist with medication administration according to AMAP policy and procedures.
• Implement and document treatment plans, residential habilitation goals, medical case notes, communication logs, and other agency‑related materials.
• Adhere to overtime, scheduling, and minimum staffing policies to ensure quality support each day.
• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team by attending and participating in meetings regarding progress and goal achievement.
• Provide transportation for medical appointments, shopping, recreational outings, and other needs.
• Mentor new Direct Support Staff by demonstrating routines and reviewing training manuals.
• Participate in house meetings and maintain all certification and training requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and ability to maintain qualified driver status throughout employment.
• Ability to understand and communicate written and oral directives/information.
• Physical ability to lift and transfer individuals (children and/or adults); meet the physical demands of the position.
• Successful completion of fingerprint/criminal background check.
• Completion of training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) prior to evaluations and assessments.
• Regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with service recipients.