Queens-based non-profit social services agency serving individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages in Queens for more than 25 years is seeking Direct Support Professionals with previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness or psychiatric environment experience .
Job Description:
Provide direct care services to the men and women who live in the IRA, including, but not limited to, training and assistance in ADL skills, independent living skills, community inclusion skills, productivity skills and recreational activities, with an emphasis on the individual desires and needs of each individual.
Responsibilities:
- Administer medications as needed and document accurately on the Medication Administration. Record sheets (upon completion of an approved AMAP course).
- Assist individuals with ADL skills and social skills.
- Implement individual goals as scheduled and complete the data sheets accurately and fully.
- Identify, report, document and provide individual protection in the event of an occurrence, reportable or serious reportable incident or allegation of abuse.
- Uphold and protect the rights of all individuals. Maintain health and safety of all individuals.
- Foster a person –centered atmosphere conductive to the growth and development of individuals.
- Transports individuals in agency vehicle for medical appointments and recreational activities.
- Assist individuals in preparing meals or cook meals for the individuals.
- Complete all required paperwork on a timely basis and input information to Therapy Electronic Health Record System.
- Assist individuals with personal grooming and hygiene.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
- NYS valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Covid-19 Vaccine card
- Psychiatric environment experience is a plus
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks, such as bending, stooping, and reaching
- Previous experience in working with the ID/ DD population or mentally ill population is preferred.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred, but not required
- Ability to work flexible hours including mandatory overtime as needed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, on-call
Pay: $19-$20 per hour
Experience:
Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness or psychiatric environment experience is a plus
Education:
- High School or equivalent (Required)
License:
- NYS Driver's License (Required)
Benefits:
- Medical and dental insurance
- Flexible Spending program
- Retirement plan
- Paid Time off
- Life Insurance
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Queens, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person