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YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working, and learning. YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of people with I/DD and their families. YAI promotes a person-centered approach to support people in our programs by creating plans catered to the specific needs of each individual. Join our dynamic team teaching daily and independent living skills, providing individual and group counseling, and promoting community integration.  

We are hiring for our Full-Time Direct Support Professional position at our Brooklyn - City Line 2 location.  

The ideal candidate for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position will have an enthusiasm for helping people and be comfortable working with people who require support in activities of daily living such as assisting with showering, toileting, and grooming. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work directly with people needing assistance in their home, work, and daily life in varying capacities. The DSP’s goal is to help people live their best lives, in a way that they want, by assisting them in the areas/activities that promote independence.  

YAI empowers people with disabilities to reach their goals every day. YAI employees are constantly exploring innovative ways of improving the quality of life of the people we support. Our employees help over 20,000 people feel successful on their own terms. Our passionate staff of 4,000 professionals believes that everyone has a fundamental right to live, love, work and learn. If you share our vision and want to help support people to live the fullest lives possible, YAI will be the right place for you.  

Schedule:   

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

Key Responsibilities:  

Maintaining Professionalism and Punctuality  

Taking Ownership/ Accountability  

Being Flexible: Job responsibilities may change based on needs  

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)  

Ensuring maintenance upkeep and safety based on facility/ program structure  

Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills  

Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies  

Ensuring health, wellness and safety  

Ensuring appropriate supervision of the people we support  

Understanding when to contact an administrator for 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  

Using person first language  

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.  

Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguard personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided  

Managing crisis  

Education and Experience:  

Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities through patient and compassionate care 

Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus  

Good written and verbal communication  

Basic computer knowledge

Valid NY State Driver's License is a plus  

Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions  

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Interpersonal and problem-solving skills  

Willing to take initiative  

Compensation:   

$16.78 - $16.78 / hour  

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.