Direct Support Professional, Developmental Disabilities

Position Overview

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in that client's service plans (CFA, Individual Service plan, Habilitation plan)

Assist each client, as needed, in skill development in areas such as activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation, socialization.

Ensure that each assigned client is well-groomed, including hairstyle, finger and toenail trimming, good oral and personal hygiene.

Ensure that each assigned client's living area is clean and tidy.

Assist assigned clients, as needed, in selecting clothing by suggesting appropriate attire and color combinations.

Ensure assigned clients' nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet, and assist with feeding, as necessary.

Report immediately any observed/known deficiencies or own inability in providing habilitation services to clients, as well as all types of abuse, other facility problems, including physical plant/safety issues, to management.

Attend and participate in meetings, conferences and training sessions as assigned or

Carry out all policies and procedures of the agency issued by management in accordance with OPWDD or other funding agency guidelines.

With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication to clients as assigned and in compliance with management, medical and nursing policies, and procedures.

Serve as a positive role model for clients.

Ensure all interactions support the core values and mission of the agency.

Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary and/or appropriate by the Program Manager and/or designee.

Provide resident/program support:

Participate in meetings as assigned including supervisory and service planning meetings.

Assist in the organization and maintenance of common areas where indicated.

Participate in a 24/7 crisis response rotation, as indicated.

Adhere diligently to all life-safety policies and procedures.

Skills Required:

Interprets relevant information to resolve problems. Effectively balances considerations and alternatives to make sound decisions.

Handles unexpected situations by responding effectively to challenges, deadlines, and copes adequately with stress on the job.

Provides timely, accurate and clear documentation according to established policies and

Applies time management skills to work effectively within given deadlines. Carries out orders and directives. Organizes own time and prioritizes workload effectively. Uses resources

Willingness to initiate new ideas. Consistently looks for better ways of doing things.

Demonstrates effective verbal, written and listening skills.

Works well as part of a team.

Can be relied upon to be available as needed; includes attendance and punctuality.

Responds to consumer needs promptly, accurately and with courtesy and respect. Models appropriate behavior. Represents the organization in a positive and appropriate manner to outside resources.

Supports the missions and values of SUS and draws attention to behavior that undermines group effectiveness or is inconsistent with core values.

Maintains confidentiality of consumers and staff. Restrictions information to those who need to know.

Maintains positive enthusiasm toward job accountabilities and objectives. Persists with extra effort and overcomes obstacles to get the job done.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or approved equivalent required.

Effective written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

One year's experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred.

AMAP certified, SCIP-R trained, CPR & First Aid Trained o Note: SUS will provide on-the-job training for such certifications.

Basic computer skills (e.g. MS Office suite and Windows)

Company Overview

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) believes every New Yorker has the right to lead a life of purpose. Since 1978, S:US has been turning this belief into reality by advocating for people with life circumstances marked by homelessness, intellectual/developmental disability, behavioral health and addiction challenges, poverty, criminal justice involvement, and trauma. Our dedicated workforce of 2,400 provides services and supports to transform the lives of 35,000 individuals and families in New York City and Long Island.

ID

2025-17896