Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services
Sr. Direct Support Professional
Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
The Jewish Board’s Community Behavioral Health treatment programs provide compassionate, high‑quality, evidence‑based services to individuals and families in the communities we serve. Our staff uses a culturally competent, person‑centered approach to help individuals and their families develop skills and resources to improve overall functioning, to instill hope, and to strengthen resiliency. Our programs work closely with community partners to address health disparities in our neighborhoods while also celebrating the strengths and resilience of our communities. Our children’s community residences are single‑site residences that provide a group living environment for eight children and/or adolescents. The program provides a supervised, trauma‑informed therapeutic environment which seeks to develop the residents’ skills and capacity to live in the community and attend school or work as appropriate.
Position Overview The senior direct support professional (SDSP) works with children and adolescents in the community residence and is responsible for the supervision, care and skill building related to the youth’s individual service and treatment plans. The SDSP serves as a positive role model while providing therapeutic support, trauma‑informed care, and supervision. All responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the standards of regulatory bodies and of the Jewish Board.
Key Essential Functions
Function as a senior member of the DSP department.
Responsible for the day‑to‑day care of the youth in the program, including assisting youth with personal hygiene, social skill guidance, life‑skills development, leisure and recreation time, meal planning and preparation, and service plan objectives.
Develop, supervise, and implement therapeutic recreational activities.
Accompany and supervise youth on recreational trips and activities.
Provide one‑on‑one support to a youth displaying significant stress or assist with crisis management related to the safety and care of the client, including managing environmental issues.
Drive, escort, and supervise the youth to medical, behavioral‑health providers, school, socialization or other required appointments.
Provide verbal and documented feedback to the supervisor and treatment team regarding observations and responses to interventions. Report unexplained or crisis‑oriented behaviors live or immediately to a supervisor.
Prepare and cook meals for residents and fellow staff within the residence.
Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary therapeutic team implementing culturally affirming and trauma‑informed interventions and skill building as outlined in treatment and service planning.
Liaise with families, schools, healthcare providers, hospitals, criminal‑justice agencies, and other community agencies to provide appropriate care and supervision of youth.
Perform services in the community residence, family/home, community and via telehealth when applicable.
Participate in clinical treatment team meetings, staff meetings, trainings, and supervision.
Maintain documentation according to the standards and time frames established by the Jewish Board, regulatory agencies, and funding sources.
Maintain professional behaviors and ethical standards as established by licensing boards, relevant professional associations, and Jewish Board policies and procedures.
Travel and navigate the community to provide services where the youth and family will benefit most.
Assist in orienting families or resources of the youth to services provided by and in collaboration with the program.
Provide crisis intervention.
Additional duties as assigned.
Additional Functions May Include
Attend, participate, and successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification and recertifications.
Attend, participate, and successfully complete Medication Administration Training (MAT).
Attend ongoing training and consultation of the evidence‑based model utilized within the program.
Provide supervision of youth and oversight of the program.
Education and Training Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Core Competencies
Excellent engagement skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Computer Skills
Ability to use an electronic health record and Microsoft Office.
Experience and Language Preference
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
Verbal and communication skills.
Ability to work as a team player.
Visual and Manual Dexterity
Ability to read paper and electronic documents and perform data entry into various computer programs.
Manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination to travel independently using public transportation and/or a vehicle.
Work Environment / Physical Effort
Services provided in the community and the office.
While the Jewish Board offices are accessible in accordance with the ADA, the sites staff may need to travel may or may not be.
Risks and hazards associated with the position are those encountered traveling around New York City.
We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
The Jewish Board’s Community Behavioral Health treatment programs provide compassionate, high‑quality, evidence‑based services to individuals and families in the communities we serve. Our staff uses a culturally competent, person‑centered approach to help individuals and their families develop skills and resources to improve overall functioning, to instill hope, and to strengthen resiliency. Our programs work closely with community partners to address health disparities in our neighborhoods while also celebrating the strengths and resilience of our communities. Our children’s community residences are single‑site residences that provide a group living environment for eight children and/or adolescents. The program provides a supervised, trauma‑informed therapeutic environment which seeks to develop the residents’ skills and capacity to live in the community and attend school or work as appropriate.
Position Overview The senior direct support professional (SDSP) works with children and adolescents in the community residence and is responsible for the supervision, care and skill building related to the youth’s individual service and treatment plans. The SDSP serves as a positive role model while providing therapeutic support, trauma‑informed care, and supervision. All responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the standards of regulatory bodies and of the Jewish Board.
Key Essential Functions
Function as a senior member of the DSP department.
Responsible for the day‑to‑day care of the youth in the program, including assisting youth with personal hygiene, social skill guidance, life‑skills development, leisure and recreation time, meal planning and preparation, and service plan objectives.
Develop, supervise, and implement therapeutic recreational activities.
Accompany and supervise youth on recreational trips and activities.
Provide one‑on‑one support to a youth displaying significant stress or assist with crisis management related to the safety and care of the client, including managing environmental issues.
Drive, escort, and supervise the youth to medical, behavioral‑health providers, school, socialization or other required appointments.
Provide verbal and documented feedback to the supervisor and treatment team regarding observations and responses to interventions. Report unexplained or crisis‑oriented behaviors live or immediately to a supervisor.
Prepare and cook meals for residents and fellow staff within the residence.
Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary therapeutic team implementing culturally affirming and trauma‑informed interventions and skill building as outlined in treatment and service planning.
Liaise with families, schools, healthcare providers, hospitals, criminal‑justice agencies, and other community agencies to provide appropriate care and supervision of youth.
Perform services in the community residence, family/home, community and via telehealth when applicable.
Participate in clinical treatment team meetings, staff meetings, trainings, and supervision.
Maintain documentation according to the standards and time frames established by the Jewish Board, regulatory agencies, and funding sources.
Maintain professional behaviors and ethical standards as established by licensing boards, relevant professional associations, and Jewish Board policies and procedures.
Travel and navigate the community to provide services where the youth and family will benefit most.
Assist in orienting families or resources of the youth to services provided by and in collaboration with the program.
Provide crisis intervention.
Additional duties as assigned.
Additional Functions May Include
Attend, participate, and successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification and recertifications.
Attend, participate, and successfully complete Medication Administration Training (MAT).
Attend ongoing training and consultation of the evidence‑based model utilized within the program.
Provide supervision of youth and oversight of the program.
Education and Training Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Core Competencies
Excellent engagement skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Computer Skills
Ability to use an electronic health record and Microsoft Office.
Experience and Language Preference
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
Verbal and communication skills.
Ability to work as a team player.
Visual and Manual Dexterity
Ability to read paper and electronic documents and perform data entry into various computer programs.
Manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination to travel independently using public transportation and/or a vehicle.
Work Environment / Physical Effort
Services provided in the community and the office.
While the Jewish Board offices are accessible in accordance with the ADA, the sites staff may need to travel may or may not be.
Risks and hazards associated with the position are those encountered traveling around New York City.
We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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