Part Time Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP 1) - Ozone Park, NY
Full Time
Queens, NY
Posted
Job description
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Dawson Manor is an aging program and is unique in that it caters to providing supports to the older population, in all areas of care. This may include supporting people with conditions such as functional impairment and dementia; people who use oxygen tanks; and people who may frequent trips to the hospital for both emergency and routine services. There is an expectation for employees to administer medication both as needed and on a regular basis, after becoming certified to do so.
Location
Ozone Park, NY
Hours
Sat & Sun 7am-3pm
Key Responsibilities
- Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations
- Using effective communication skills & time management skills
- Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support)
- Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills
- Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies
- Ensuring health, wellness and safety by managing crisis situations and providing appropriate supervision of the people we support
- Demonstrating a willingness to assist people with ADLs
- Transporting and escorting people we support on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, etc.
- Building Positive relationships
- Maintaining a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making
- Ensuring person centered plans are implemented
- Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing
- Using foundational Teaching skills (EMOE, Task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.
Education and Experience
- A High School Diploma or GED is required; some college is a plus
- Work or life experience within the intellectual/developmental disabilities field is a plus
- Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Basic written and verbal communication
- Basic computer knowledge
- Valid Driver's License may be required depending upon the position
- Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Willing to take initiative
Benefits Include
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounts on wireless service, gym membership, & more!!!
YAI is an EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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