Direct Support Professional - IRA

Job Description

Position: Direct Support Professional (DSP) Individual Residential Alternative (IRA)

Reports to: Program Director

Work Location: 1825 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11233

Shifts: Friday, Saturday and Sunday shift begins 12:00am and ends 8:00am (Part-Time 24 hours a week)

Salary Range: $16.50/hour - $18.00/hour

Program Summary:

IRAs provides room, board and personalized service options to individuals living with disabilities. Staff is on-site 24 hours, 7 days a week residential setting to offer support by offering life skills training, community integration activities, and medical monitoring.

Position Summary: The responsibility of the Direct Support Professional is to foster and engage individuals through a person centered approach. To empower independence through proactive training and practical experiences while involved in integrated activities in the community. Staff is assigned to 4 individuals. Complete all mandatory residential habilitation documentation within specified time frames, including but not limited to:

Responsibilities:

Review daily log book and input all activities throughout shift into log book

Provide supervision to assigned individuals

Teach and assist in the maintenance, upkeep and housekeeping and cleanliness of the residence

Follow health care treatment orders and administer medication

Teach and reinforce fire and safety procedures

Utilize agency vehicle to transport individuals for community outings

Provide daily ADL training such as cooking, shopping, cleaning etc.

Ensure all program goals are completed as written

Provide and supervise daily recreational activities as needed

Maintain contact with families as necessary

Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications Required:

High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates or bachelors preferred in Human services, psychology or Sociology

At least two years’ experience working with individuals in a residential setting

AMAP certification required – Approved Medication Administration Personnel

First Aid and CPR required

Valid Clean Driver License

Previous experience or knowledge in the I/DD field is a plus

Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus

Must have excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills including ability to problem-solve

Must respond well to supervision and be a team player

Must be computer literate

Excellent judgment and sensitivity to the needs of the individual

Willing to take initiative

Bi-Lingual Spanish preferred

Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH

BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Part-time