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Direct Support Professional

CP Unlimited

Fishkill, NYFull-time$18/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$18/hr
Location
Fishkill, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid New York State Driver’s License

Job overview

CP Unlimited is hiring a Direct Support Professional. The Direct Support Professional assists teachers in developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized treatment plans for participants. This role involves providing daily living assistance, administering medications, accompanying participants on trips, and monitoring their well-being. The professional also helps maintain classroom environments and ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures.

Key focus areas include Responsible for the overall well-being of participants, Assist participants with activities of daily living, and Administer medications and document administration.

Successful candidates bring Two Years Experience Working with Developmental Disabilities and Valid New York State Driver’s License. Important skills include Administer Medications, Document Administration, Implement Individualized Treatment Plans, Monitor Participant Well-being, Report Changes In Condition Or Health Concerns, and Monitor Participant Meals And Snacks.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Administer MedicationsDocument AdministrationImplement Individualized Treatment PlansMonitor Participant Well-BeingReport Changes in Condition or Health ConcernsMonitor Participant Meals and SnacksPrepare Participant Meals and SnacksAssist With Participant Meals and SnacksReport Dietary ConcernsImplement Individualized Behavior PlansEstablish Effective Working RelationshipsMaintain Effective Working RelationshipsAssist Teachers in Participant EvaluationsAssist Clinical Team Members in Participant EvaluationsPrepare Classroom and Learning EnvironmentsSet Up Classroom and Learning EnvironmentsMaintain Cleanliness of Work AreasMaintain Safety of Work AreasReport Safety ConcernsFacilitate Use of Special EquipmentFollow Universal PrecautionsParticipate in Fire and Evacuation DrillsMaintain Accurate RecordsMaintain Charts for Each ParticipantComplete Required DocumentationRespond to Required DocumentationFollow Department Policies and ProceduresAttend Mandatory in-Service TrainingAttend Specialized Training ProgramsDemonstrate Legal and Ethical ConductAdhere to Agency Employee HandbookAdhere to Employee Updates

Qualifications

Successful Completion of Orientation TrainingSuccessful Completion of Medication Course2 Years Related Experience Working With Individuals With Developmental DisabilitiesValid New York State Driver’s LicenseMeet Agency Insurability RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED

Full job description

Direct Support Professional

Type of Position Full time

Search Location(s) Fishkill, NY

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Job Brief

The Direct Support Professional will provide assistance to the teacher in the development, implementation and evaluation of the participant’s individualized treatment plan.

Shift Worked:

Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Weekly Hours:

37.5

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Pay range:

$18.00 hr -$18.00 hr

Position Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Responsible for the overall well-being of participants

  • Assist participants with activities of daily living, including toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, meal programs, and specialized medical needs as required

  • Administer medications and document administration, as authorized

  • Accompany participants on program trips or to the emergency room, as assigned

  • Participate in special programs and projects as assigned

  • Implement participants’ individualized treatment plans, including recreational activities, following prescribed methodologies

  • Monitor participant well-being and report any changes in condition or health concerns to the teacher and/or nursing staff

  • Monitor, prepare, and/or assist with participant meals and snacks and report dietary concerns to appropriate staff

  • Implement individualized behavior plans as specified, following prescribed methodologies

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members

  • Participate as an active member of the Day Treatment Team

  • Assist teachers and clinical team members in participant evaluations

  • Prepare and set up classroom and learning environments prior to participant arrival, as assigned

  • Maintain cleanliness and safety of assigned work areas

  • Immediately report safety concerns to the teacher or supervisor

  • Facilitate the use of special equipment

  • Follow universal precautions

  • Participate in fire and evacuation drills

  • Maintain accurate records and charts for each participant, including goal/data sheets and behavioral data

  • Complete and respond to all required documentation, including Incident Reports

  • Follow all Department Policies and Procedures

  • Attend mandatory in-service and specialized training programs

  • Demonstrate legal and ethical conduct at all times

  • Adhere to the Agency Employee Handbook and Employee Updates

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED Preferred

  • Successful completion of orientation training and medication course

  • Minimum of two (2) years of related experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities

License

  • Valid New York State Driver’s License

  • Must meet Agency insurability requirements

Physical Expectations

This position requires the ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time. Employees must be able to lift, transport, and assist participants as needed and perform all physical aspects of the job.

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