Role OverviewDirect Support Professionals (DSPs) play a vital role in upholding our agency’s mission and core values through every interaction. They provide continuous support to individuals participating in Day Habilitation and ICF programs, ensuring a high quality of life and promoting independence.
What You Will Do
Primary duties and responsibilities include ensuring safety, training volunteers, acting as a second staff support, and reporting success/satisfaction and/or problems/concerns encountered during day activities.
Why It Might Be a Fit
DSPs must embrace diversity, create an inclusive environment, and demonstrate cultural awareness to support a culture of equity and inclusion.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Valid NYS Driver License
- Minimum one (1) year experience working with people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities preferred
- AMAP/First Aid/CPR/SCIP-R Training preferred
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