Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a therapeutic environment in NYC. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience and empathy, providing emotional support while helping individuals achieve personal goals and maintain safety
Job Summary
Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships.
Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations.
Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills.
Matching Summary
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Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a therapeutic environment in NYC. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience and empathy, providing emotional support while helping individuals achieve personal goals and maintain safety.
Salary
$18.00/hour - $20.55/hour
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
assist individuals with ADLs
provide emotional support
maintain therapeutic environment
administer medication as prescribed
collect and record data
adhere to HIPAA regulations
Nice-to-have
demonstrate positivity and empathy
remain calm in stressful situations
work in a fast-paced environment
Key Requirements
at least 18 years of age
Ability to meet essential physical demands
Hold or obtain SCIP-R certification
Hold or obtain additional certifications as required
Valid Driver's License and Van certification (if applicable)