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Direct Support Professional

7 months ago


Yorktown, United States IAHD Full time
Who We Are:IAHD was founded in 1957 to provide compassionate support and services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. IAHD focuses on identifying each person's unique qualities and strengths, then finding ways of assisting them to build fulfilled lives. We are dedicated to seeing positive changes in the lives of those we help, which is why IAHD proudly attained accreditation by The Council on Quality and Leadership. This improves the quality of life for all through person-centered services and support, established upon 40 years of leadership and peer-reviewed research. IAHD strives to continually bring hope, joy, respect, and independence back into the lives of our clients.

Our Ideal Team Member:If you are passionate about improving the lives of those entrusted in your care, we want you to be part of our team 

Working with us is a team effort designed to foster positive environments for our clients, team members, and all those who intersect within our care. We hire team-oriented individuals who bring with them not just kindness and empathy, but a sense of collaboration and accountability to create and maintain a positive and harmonious environment for all. Our teams are committed to creating a supportive and respectful atmosphere between coworkers where everyone's efforts contribute to providing top quality care with love, compassion and ongoing support. Join us in creating an atmosphere where each team member is empowered to provide the highest level of care possible. If this sounds like something, you'd be passionate about being part of, then we'd love to hear from you.

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the DSP is responsible for devoting his/her attention to the care and development of the people we support in one of the agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner that fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude towards working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal and professional communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Assist as needed with daily living skills (personal hygiene, food preparation, housekeeping, laundry, shopping).
  • Provide support and encourage skill development with hobbies, studies, recreation, communication, and social activities.
  • Ability to quickly respond and manage emergencies effectively and according to oversite and safety plan requirements.
  • Acquire and maintain all required certifications (AMAP, CPR, First Aid, SCIP, etc.), mandated OPWDD training, and agency policies and procedures.
  • Ability to reach, bend, climb stairs, stand for prolonged periods of time, and be able to lift (50lbs) and assist an individual physically in an emergency or as needed.
  • Complete documentation electronically as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Covid-19 Vaccination
  • Driver's License (preferred)
  • Prior DSP, Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant experience is a plus
SHIFT AVAILABILITY:
Full-Time, Part-Time, Per Diem, Day/Evening/Overnight positions available Including the Bronx

Benefits offered:
  • Our Health Insurance package includes dental, vision, prescriptions, and gym reimbursement (FT/PT):
Family Plan Bi-weekly Deduction $60 
Single Plan Bi-weekly Deduction $30

Our Additional Benefits:
  • Life insurance (paid for by the agency)
  • Short term and Long-term disability (paid for by the agency)
  • Aflac Voluntary Plans to (Employee paid)
  • Choice Plan  
  • Accident Plan
  • Short Term Disability 
  • Cancer and Critical Illness Plan
  • Dental Supplement Plan 
  • Life Insurance (Whole/Term)
  • 403B Retirement plan
  • Pre-taxed commuter benefits 
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Our agency is a 501(C); meets PSLF eligibility requirements 
  • Employee discount programs (i.e. movies, travel, cell phones, etc.) 
  • Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, personal and holidays) 
  • Great opportunity to grow in the best industry for impacting the life of others
An EOE m/f/d/vKeywords: ID/DD, intellectual and developmentally, autism, direct care, counselor, CNA, medical assistant, Asperger syndrome, Downs syndrome, learning disorder, Praeder Willi syndrome. Group homes, community engagement, day support, caregiver, respite