Direct Support Professional DSP 1
| Company | Yai |
|---|---|
| Location | Queens, NY, USA |
| Salary | $16.5 – $18 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- At least 1-2 years work experience in the I/DD field for DSP 2 positions
- Valid NY State Driver’s License may be required depending upon the position
- Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care services as needed
- Ensure the health, safety, and wellness of the people we support
- Support with intimate care functions
- Build and maintain positive relationships
- Participate in development of treatment plans
- Crisis intervention and management
- Complete mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.)
- Meet, demonstrate, and model OPWDD Core Competencies
- Assist the people we support in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities through teaching, self-advocacy, and emotional support
- Facilitate community integration, recreational activities, and socialization
- Complete documentation to ensure compliance and billing
- Train/present to a team
- Take on additional tasks outside of basic DSP work/completing job related tasks as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory for DSP 1 positions