Base: $16.78ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
On-site
Assisting individuals with daily living activities
Fostering independence and promoting social engagement
Implementing care plans and ensuring well-being
Young Adult Institute Inc is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for a new residential program in Forest Hills, New York. The role involves providing care and support to individuals with disabilities, focusing on enhancing their quality of life and fostering independence
Job Summary
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities or special needs.
This position involves providing support in daily living activities, fostering independence, and promoting social engagement.
YAI is opening a brand new residential program in Forest Hills and is looking for employees who are willing to work in Manhattan at the moment, and transfer to Queens when the new program opens.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Young Adult Institute Inc is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for a new residential program in Forest Hills, New York. The role involves providing care and support to individuals with disabilities, focusing on enhancing their quality of life and fostering independence.
Salary
Base: $16.78/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Assisting individuals with daily living activities
Fostering independence and promoting social engagement
Implementing care plans and ensuring well-being
Providing personal care and assisting with ADLs
Administering medication as prescribed
Transporting and escorting individuals
Nice-to-have
Patience and tolerance
Compassionate and respectful manner
Solution-oriented approach during conflicts
Positivity, patience and empathy
Key Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age
Ability to meet essential physical demands
Effective written and oral communication skills
Basic computer skills
Must hold or obtain and maintain SCIP-R
Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required
Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours
Must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification