Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Bay Ridge

About the role

Braverhood is looking to hire bilingual Spanish/English speaking part-time DSPs (Direct Support Professionals) to provide support to individuals with disabilities in Brooklyn, both in the home and within the community.

Hours: Primarily afternoons and/or weekends.

About Braverhood

We’re creating a world where no one faces obstacles alone. Instead, parents and families are embraced by a supportive and caring community, empowered to care for their loved ones, and liberated to create the best possible life.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (i.e. social interactions and other activities of daily living)
• Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action
• Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis
• Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities in the home and within the community
• Attend mandatory staff meeting and training once a year
• Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time
• Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations

Requirements

• Accountability and commitment a must for this position
• Experience with the special needs community – preferably with children or young adults – by taking them out in the community and helping them to integrate into society by helping them with communication and social skills
• Reliable transportation is required
• Once hired, an online DSP training course must be completed
• Must be able to show up to work on time
• Dress code: Casual – come as you are, but please dress appropriately and respectfully

Pay

$18 - $20 hourly