Direct Support Professional
Job description
Tiegerman Community Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our Day Habilitation Program located in Richmond Hill, NY! Tiegerman Community Services (TCS) provides services to adults with developmental disabilities in Queens, Suffolk, and Nassau Counties and is approved by the New York State Office for People with Disabilities (OPWDD).
Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00AM-3:00PM
Job Description:
DSP’s are responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth and rehabilitation and facilitates the development of mutual aid/self-help skills among individuals. Staff’s primary role is to provide the appropriate supports tailored to the needs and desires of each individual to enable each to live as independently as possible. Direct Support Professionals are expected to recognize when an individual is in a crisis and be able to utilize the appropriate interventions. This position is non-exempt.
Responsibilities:
- Assist/monitor/teach individuals with preparation of daytime activities; encourage good personal hygiene
- Meet with individuals (as needed) on an individual basis to discuss concerns, problems
- Supervise individuals in on and off site activities
- Handle emergency situations appropriately
- Utilize crisis interventions when necessary
- Complete required documentation
- Provide first-aid assistance to all individuals and assist in the follow through on medical needs for individuals
- Assure individuals follow routines
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the Manager, Asst. Manager, and Administration
- Report suspected abuse & neglect to supervisor immediately (within one hour)
- Transport individuals to and from community outings
Requirements:
- High School Diploma/Equivalent
- Pass background check
- Valid NYS Driver’s license
- Ability to learn/perform SCIP techniques
*Tiegerman is an AA & EEO Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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