DSP - New York NY

Responsibilities: Provide direct, hands-on support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities Assist clients withactivities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting Support individuals withmeal preparation, medication administration, and transportation Encourage and assist withcommunity outings, recreation, and social activities Documentdaily progress notes, incident reports, and service delivery logs Followindividualized service plans (ISPs)and supportbehavioral intervention strategies Promote and reinforce independence, choice, dignity, and respect Ensure asafe, clean, and healthy environment Collaborate with families, supervisors, and interdisciplinary team members Respond to crisis situations with calm and appropriate intervention

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required Prior experience as aDirect Support Professional (DSP)or inhuman servicesis preferred Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks as needed Strong communication, documentation, andinterpersonal skills Must pass background checks and complete required training Direct Support Professional, DSP, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, person-centered care, activities of daily living (ADLs), support services, behavior management, crisis intervention, communication skills, social integration, community support, caregiving, medication administration, service documentation, individualized support, empathy, teamwork, independence promotion, and client advocacy.