Direct Support Professional- Per Diem and Part Time Shifts (Webster)
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We are hiring in Webster, NY! Join us at Easterseals NY for an exciting career as a Per Diem-Time or Part-Time Direct Support Professional $17.50 hourly wage.Various Shifts to include evening, overnight and weekend hours.Position Summary:Direct Support Professionals assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their community residential home with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, meal preparation, attending appointments and taking them to recreational/social activities and ensure proper supervision levels are maintained. Depending on the needs of the residents, these support professionals may also administer medications, implement a behavioral management plan, and maintain medical records.Essential Job Functions:+ Provide direct supervision to individuals in accordance with the treatment plan.+ Demonstrate competencies in the following areas: Task Analysis, Life Plan/ Staff Action Plan Goal Implementation, Job Coaching/Teaching, Report Writing, and Behavioral Interventions.+ Facilitate individual's independence in community/centered-based activities, job tasks or in residential activities.+ Facilitate the development of appropriate social skills and encourage the establishment of social relationships.+ Develop and coordinate schedules, which reflect integrated opportunities for individuals, geared toward increasing independence, community access and awareness.+ Assist in development and revision of training plans, Life Plan/ Staff Action objectives and fading plans, .+ Implement approved training and fading plans, Life Plan/ Staff Action objectives and behavior plans.+ Observe behavior, skill levels, areas of interest etc. to provide objective information and formulate data-based recommendations.+ Assure quality control standards in accordance with employer and volunteer expectations as applicable.+ Provide positive role modeling for individuals.+ Maintain documentation and prepare reports as required according to approved formats and designated timelines.+ Maintain documentation and authorization for dispensing medication as applicable.+ Transport individuals to and from program activities and or appointments in personal vehicle and/or agency van.+ Provide training in related skills i.e., self-care skills, money management, cooking, social interactions, transportation systems, etc. as approved by the treatment team.+ Provide services to individuals with varied behavior issues, which may include physical aggression, verbal assault, inappropriate sexual comments, gestures and/or acts.+ Assist individual with personal care needs when necessary.+ Communicate pertinent information with the team and support system to allow the individual to receive the maximal benefit from the services offered.+ Demonstrate appropriate judgement and understanding of client safety while supporting individuals.+ Follow through with supervisory requests and seek supervision when unclear about expectations.+ Perform and/or assist with routine household task including meal preparation, housekeeping and outdoor maintenance as applicable.+ Participate in available training opportunities geared toward expanding knowledge of treatment methods. Twenty hours of training is required per year.Education and Experience:+ High School education or GED required.+ Two (2) years' work experience preferred.+ Commitment to providing high-quality services to individuals with disabilities in community and residential settings+ Able to be medication certified (AMAP).+ Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.+ Valid driver's license for use in regular transportation of program participants.EOE