Job description

Why Join IAHD?

IAHD is currently seeking dedicated, caring, and compassionate Direct Support Professionals to join our team of service providers. Our Direct Support Professionals empower the people we support to develop new skills, exercise choices, and achieve their life goals. It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with Intellectual/developmental disabilities.

We are currently looking for Direct Support Professionals to work in our residential programs located throughout the Bronx and Westchester County.

We currently have Full-time/Part-time positions available: Evenings, Overnights, and Weekends.

SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the DSP is responsible for devoting his/her attention to the care and development of the people we support in one of the agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner that fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates a positive attitude towards working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and professional communication skills (verbal and written).
• Assist as needed with daily living skills (personal hygiene, food preparation, housekeeping, laundry, shopping).
• Provide support and encourage skill development with hobbies, studies, recreation, communication, and social activities.
• Ability to quickly respond and manage emergencies effectively and according to oversite and safety plan requirements.
• Acquire and maintain all required certifications (AMAP, CPR, First Aid, SCIP, etc.), mandated OPWDD training, and agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to reach, bend, climb stairs, stand for prolonged periods of time, and be able to lift (50lbs) and assist an individual physically in an emergency or as needed.
• Complete documentation electronically as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Covid-19 Vaccination
• Driver's License (preferred)
• Prior DSP, Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant experience is a plus
• Must Be Fully Vaccinated (COVID-19)

SHIFT AVAILABILITY: Full-Time, Part-Time, Per Diem, Day/Evening/Overnight positions available!

IAHD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and statuses are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Benefits:

• Health insurance which includes dental, vision, prescriptions and gym reimbursement

Family Plan Bi-weekly Deduction $60 – Single Plan Bi-weekly Deduction $30

• Life insurance (paid for by the agency)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal and holidays)
• 403B Retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• AFLAC Voluntary Plans

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.46 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bronx, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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