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Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP 1)

Part-time

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New Jersey, NYPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
New Jersey, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License With No More Than 5 Points

Job overview

YAI is hiring a Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP 1). The Direct Support Professional (DSP 1) at Westwood Apartments promotes self-supporting emotional and social independence for residents. This role involves assisting individuals in learning self-advocacy, community involvement, and participation in agency groups. Employees are expected to administer medication after certification.

Key focus areas include Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations, Use effective communication skills and time management skills, and Be a member of a highly effective team.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma or GED, Valid Driver's License, and Tuberculosis Test. Important skills include Adhering To Policies, Procedures And Regulations, Effective Communication Skills, Time Management Skills, Collaboration, Applying Skills, and Managing Crisis Situations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Adhering to Policies, Procedures and RegulationsEffective Communication SkillsTime Management SkillsCollaborationApplying SkillsManaging Crisis SituationsProviding Appropriate SupervisionAssisting People With ADLsTransporting and Escorting PeopleBuilding Positive RelationshipsMaintaining a Therapeutic EnvironmentPersonal Outcome MeasuresPerson Centered ThinkingInformed Decision MakingEnsuring Person Centered Plans Are ImplementedCompleting DocumentationFoundational Teaching SkillsEMOETask AnalysisEssential SkillsSupports and Modifications

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDValid Driver's License With No More Than 5 PointsAbility to Participate in 2 Days of NJS Mandated DDD Initial TrainingsTuberculosis TestNew Jersey State Drug Test ScreeningSome CollegeWork or Life Experience With Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

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Westwood Apartments is a supportive program that promotes self-supporting emotional and social independence for the residents. The people who live in our social programs are constantly learning how to empower themselves through self-advocating and advocating for their peers; being active in the community; being involved in various agency affiliated groups and events. There is an expectation for employees to administer medication both as needed and on a regular basis, after becoming certified to do so.

Location:

Westwood, NJ

Hours:

Friday - Sunday: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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 (CPR/First Aid, etc.), as well as applying skills

  • 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 appointment, 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 & Experience:

  • A High School Diploma or GED is required; some college is a plus

  • A valid Driver's License with no more than 5 points is required

  • Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred

  • Ability to participate in 2 days of NJS Mandated DDD initial trainings during normal business hours upon hire

  • Tuberculosis test required for most positions

  • New Jersey State drug test screening is mandatory

Benefits Include:

  • Retirement Plan with matching contributions

  • Generous paid time off

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Discounts on wireless service, gym memberships, & more!!!

YAI is an EEO.

  • Type:

  • Part Time

For more information about the YAI Network, please visit our website at www.yai.org . 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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