Sub Direct Support Professional

About the Role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for implementing person-centered services for each individual. This includes ensuring implementation of the individuals' services, goals, and outcomes in relation to program-based and community inclusion activities. In addition, the Direct Support Professional is solely responsible for the individual's overall physical and emotional well-being. We are currently looking for ON-CALL direct care support for our residential programs. Please be aware that this position is not a permanent schedule and you will be contacted if there are any programs looking for coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding, and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice.
• Ensure community integration and assist individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation.
• Help individuals participate in games and recreational programs.
• Coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills.
• Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Collaborate with other staff to implement and record care plans and administer medication as per special instructions.
• Act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, and on-site workshops for professional growth and development.
• Attend external training and workshops as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain certification in AMAP, CPR, First Aid, and SCIP as required.
• Promote and support the inclusion of individuals in their community according to their unique needs, interests, and desires.
• Model and encourage interaction between individuals and community members.
• Assist individuals in forming and maintaining friendships with neighbors, co-workers, and peers.
• Transport individuals or assist them in taking public transportation.
• Maintain positive communications with family members, advocates, and service providers as per program needs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of the position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) strongly preferred but not required.
• One year or more experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid NYS driver's license preferred but not required.

Pay

Initial offers are made at the hourly base rate of $19. Additional compensation may be available after hire based on factors such as driving responsibilities, required certifications (e.g., AMAP), and length of time in the role. Pay increases within the range are based on certifications, training completion, and job performance. Hourly rate is only one part of Heartshare’s total compensation package, which may also include a bi-annual discretionary bonus.

About Heartshare

For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated. To learn more about Heartshare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or follow us on social media.