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Direct Support Professional - DSP 1

YAI, New York, New York, us, 10261

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YAI . This range is provided by YAI. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working, and learning. YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of people with I/DD and their families. YAI promotes a person-centered approach to support people in our programs by creating plans catered to the specific needs of each individual. Join our dynamic team teaching daily and independent living skills, providing individual and group counseling, and promoting community integration. We are hiring for our Full-Time Direct Support Professional position at our Brooklyn - City Line 1 location. The ideal candidate for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position will have an enthusiasm for helping people and be comfortable working with people who require support in activities of daily living such as assisting with showering, toileting, and grooming. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work directly with people needing assistance in their home, work, and daily life in varying capacities. The DSP's goal is to help people live their best lives, in a way that they want, by assisting them in the areas/activities that promote independence. YAI empowers people with disabilities to reach their goals every day. Our employees help over 20,000 people feel successful on their own terms. If you share our vision and want to help support people to live the fullest lives possible, YAI will be the right place for you. Schedule Sunday - Thursday 3:00pm - 11:00pm Key Responsibilities

Maintaining Professionalism and Punctuality Taking Ownership/ Accountability Being Flexible: Job responsibilities may change based on needs Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations Using effective communication skills & time management skills Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support) Ensuring maintenance upkeep and safety based on facility/ program structure Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies Ensuring health, wellness and safety Ensuring appropriate supervision of the people we support Understanding when to contact an administrator for support Demonstrating a willingness to assist people with ADLs Transporting and escorting people we support on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc. Building Positive relationships Using person first language Maintaining a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making Ensuring person centered plans are implemented Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing Using foundational Teaching skills (EMOE, Task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguard personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided Managing crisis Education and Experience

Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities through patient and compassionate care Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus Good written and verbal communication Basic computer knowledge Valid NY State Driver's License is a plus Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions Additional Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Interpersonal and problem-solving skills Willing to take initiative Compensation

$18.00 / hour Employment type

Full-time EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

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