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Services for the UnderServed

Direct Support Professional

Services for the UnderServed, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Position Overview

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations. Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best life in a safe environment. This opportunity is located on Valentine Ave in Bronx, NY. Compensation

Salary:

$19.00/hr (Minimum and Maximum are the same). 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 and socialization. With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication to clients as assigned and in compliance with management, medical and nursing policies and procedures. Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet, and assist with feeding as necessary. Report immediately any observed or known deficiencies or own inability in providing habilitation services to clients, as well as all types of abuse and other facility problems, including physical plant/safety issues to management. Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED required, Associate’s Degree preferred. One year’s experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred. Preferred certifications: AMAP, SCIP‑R, CPR & First Aid. Benefits Overview

Flexible scheduling, 1199 Union benefits, 10‑percent internal promotion rate, health/dental/vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Credit Union, Flexible Spending Accounts, short‑ and long‑term disability, transportation plan, generous paid vacation and holidays. Equal Opportunity Statement

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

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