Direct Support Professional (37939)

BIRCH FAMILY SERVICES INC
New York, NY
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Counsel, assist and train individuals with developmental disabilities in personal care, travel skills, social skills, home management and life skills to maximize their functioning in the community.

Requirements

  • Specialized training in direct care provision preferred
  • Must complete and obtain certification in OPWDD Approved Medication Administration Course (AMAP) during probationary period and maintain AMAP certification
  • Ability and willingness to be First Aid and CPR certified
  • Demonstrated competency in written, verbal and computational skills to document records in accordance with program standards
  • High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
  • Minimum 1-year experience working with developmentally disabled population preferably in a residential, health or treatment related setting

Benefits

  • Valid NYS Driver’s License
  • First Aid and CPR certification
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