Direct Support Professional

Job Description

The expected salary range for this position is between $16.50 and $21 per hour. The actual compensation will be determined based on the site, hours/day of shift and other factors permitted by law.

We offer various full and part-time positions throughout Suffolk County, including Eastport, East Quogue, Flanders, Hampton Bays, Jamesport, Manorville, Mattituck, Riverhead, Speonk, and more!

$1,000 - $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

TITLE: DSP – Direct Support Professional

SUPERVISOR: Residence Manager and/or Asst. Residence Manager(s)

Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour

Site Differentials: $.25-$2.00- depending on the site you work for- must complete certifications within 6 months

Overnight Differential: 11p-8a- $1.50 per hour

Weekend Differential: $2.00 per hour

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is a role model for the developmentally disabled consumer. The DSP’s actions and interactions are based on mutual respect, communication, teamwork, teaching Activities of Daily Living (ADL). The DSP will provide hands on

physical assistance for all ADL that the consumer does not complete independently.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

E- Connotes Essential Functions

E-1 Administers medication, as per OPWDD AMAP certification

E-2 Uses a pro-active approach to offer and actively encourage choice making. Utilizes physical redirection techniques, as per OPWDD SCIP certification and individualized adaptive behavior programs

E-3 Guides, teaches and supervises, and, if necessary, provides physical assistance to the consumer during the performance of self-care routines: toileting, hand washing, bathing, showering, tooth brushing, eating, personal grooming and dressing

E-4 Implements program goal plans as written i.e. self care, communication, independent living, mobility, learning, economic self-sufficiency, self-direction, and records documentation, including billing as per program necessity

E-5 Implements physical therapy interventions as written

6- Assists, monitors, and supervises the consumer during the performance of house cleaning chores, i.e. dusting, vacuuming, bed making, laundry, ironing, dishwashing and table setting. Performs all housekeeping responsibilities that the consumers cannot satisfactorily complete

7- Actively participates in and provides supervision during recreation, both within IGHL and in the community. Encourages and schedules opportunities for leisure activities, both individualized and group oriented

8- Maintains DRIVER AUTHORIZATION status, as per IGHL policy and provides transportation and supervision during community integrated activities and medical appointments if applicable

9- Teaches the consumers the aspects of good nutrition, i.e. menu planning, diet requirements, food groups, preparation, handling and shopping; provide supervision and, if necessary, hands on assistance

10- Accurately maintains documentation in all logs: nursing, medication, exposure control, behavior, communication and first aid

11- Adheres to IGHL and OPWDD policy, including Safety and Code of Conduct, and completes forms as warranted: time sheets, time off requests, tuition reimbursement, physical complaint reports and incident reports

12- Adheres to emergency policies and administers first aid in accordance with prescribed procedures

13- Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services training

14 Offers suggestions and requests supplies for residential, programmatic, site-specific needs

15- Participates in specialty training such as CPR and keeps certifications current

16- At any time during a DSP’s shift he/she may be asked to cover at another location; including hospital coverage based on Agency needs

17- Complete and maintain SCIP, Adult CPR, AMAP and defensive driving certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer in order to keep the DOC pay, as per IGHL policy

18 All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

A. High School Diploma/GED

B. Valid NYS Driver’s license

C. Complete and maintain SCIP and Adult CPR certification, as per IGHL policy

D. Work regularly scheduled days, including those that fall on holidays

E. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. at least five times per hour

F. Able to sit, stand or bend throughout the day

G. Enthusiastic team player that handles stressful situations professionally with ease

Benefits and Perks:

Health Insurance Coverage

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Employer Paid Life Insurance Coverage

Long and Short Term Disability Insurance Coverage

Competitively Low Employee Contributions

Employee Referral Bonus

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

P.A.T Employee Rewards Program

Safety Awareness Program - Safety Bingo Prizes Awarded!

Free State of the Art Wellness Program

Free Gym Use and Classes (Pilates, Zumba, Yoga)

Employee Discount at Brown's Jeep Chrysler Dodge Ram

Plum Benefits - Discounts to Shows, Parks, etc.

Health Advocate

Retirement Plans with an Employer Contribution

Financial Wellness and Planning Services

20% Discount at Smile Farms

Tuition Assistance Program

Loan Forgiveness

First Time Home Buyers Assistance Program

Paid Training (Orientation, CPR, AMAP, SCIP, Defensive Driving)

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Verizon Cellphone Discount

Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Aflac, Whole Life Insurance, and College 529Company Description

IGHL is a not-for-profit organization on Long Island that is dedicated to providing lifetime support and innovative services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our wide variety of dynamic services include Residential, Day Habilitation programs, Vocational Training and Employment programs.

From the first group home IGHL opened in 1978, our purpose has always been to provide the highest quality of care, supports, and services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, so that they can realize their full potential, and become contributing members of their community.