Job: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Jobing Description

Direct Support Professionals (DSP) work in Residences and/or Day Programs (opportunity to work 35/40 hours a week)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

- Work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in accordance with their plan of care, in carrying out professionally developed activities, experiences or therapies in order to fulfill each individual's optimal ability.

- Meet the needs of the individual receiving services in the areas of: Skill Training, Socialization, Recreation and Leisure Activities, and Utilization of Community Resources.

- Serve as an advocate for the rights, needs, and wants of the individuals.

- Performs direct care responsibilities as requested by the program.

Shifts: Evening and nights are usually available; during the weekends you may find day shift positions available.

Please Note: This is a per-diem position, work is not always guaranteed. Homecare does not have full-time direct support positions but depending on your availability and the need of the residence, you may be able to work up to 40 hours.

Position Requirements

Minimum six months direct care experience with the developmentally disabled population required or HHA, PCA, CNA Experience
High School Diploma or Equivalent
OMRDD fingerprinting

Hourly Wage: $ 9.55 an hour PLUS weekend differential

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.