Community Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

Participate in the life of the individual in their home to foster a person-centered 
atmosphere conducive to the growth of the individual and towards their maximum 
independence in all areas of daily living. Commit to person-centered supports and honor 
the personality, preferences, culture, and strengths of the individuals. Promote and protect 
the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals 
Assist in planning and implementation of the program. 

• Maintain daily Community-Habilitation bi-weekly progress reports, datasheets, 
  timesheets and other required documentation. Community Habilitation Specialist 
  will document each training session in the appropriate databases and report the 
  progress and barriers with each client.
• Attend and participate in staff mandatory and In-service training and meetings 
  as required. It is essential that Community Habilitation Specialist know and 
  protect individual’s rights.
• Maintain contact with Program Supervisors and individuals and family about 
  changes in schedules, lateness, absences and other issues that will affect 
  working with the individual.
• Communicate relevant information to Program Supervisors verbally and in       
  writing, i.e., daily notes, incident reports, etc.
• Complete documentation electronically as required. Follow up with electronic 
  visit verification (EVV) on assigned dates.  
  • Follow all specified policies and procedures, for managing behaviors, emergencies and 
    reporting incidents.
  • Accompany and advocate for the individual when in the community. Community 
    Habilitation Specialist will travel to borough assigned.
  • Act as a role model for consumers by appropriate behavior and offering assistance as 
    indicated in Individual Service Plans.
  • Community Habilitation Specialist meet with the assigned individual for a few times per 
    week depending on the individual’s coordinated hours 
  • Provide personal care consistent with participant’s skill level and as outlined in the 
    habilitation plan (including; bathing, toileting, dressing, laundry, travel safety, etc.)
  • Support the mission and vision of the organization.
  • Performs other related duties as requested by supervisor or the organization as a whole.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Some prior experience on a personal level with developmentally disabled people
• Must have a personal computer device, such as smartphone, or tablet, and be able to perform required documentation on the personal device using company’s software.
• Unrestricted NYS Driver's License (Preferred) and proof of car insurance needed if client’s goals require the use of a vehicle.