What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at The Viscardi Center?
Abilities, Inc. at The Viscardi Center is a nonprofit organization located on Long Island that prepares adolescents and adults with disabilities for entry into the workforce through job training, placement services, career counseling, and much more.
The incumbent will be responsible to:
Provide support services to youth and adults, including travel training, job development and matching for volunteer jobs, skill training and re-training at the job site, social integration, communication skills, hygiene and grooming, money skills, safety skills, leisure activities, ongoing assessment, and consumer advocacy.
Provide continuous communication to the Program Supervisor regarding assignments, including but not limited to communications with referral sources, issues regarding consumers, need for additional hours.
Act as liaison between staff, Service Coordinators, volunteer sites, parents and the individuals being served.
Complete paperwork accurately and timely (daily, weekly or monthly as required) including: case notes, staff activity logs, timesheets, all other correspondences regarding the case, Individualized Day habilitation plans, and expense reports.
Update and maintain all consumer files.
Attend meetings on a monthly basis, or as required.
Ability to work flexible hours when necessary. Flexibility in traveling throughout Long Island and the New York Metropolitan area is also required.
All other duties that may be required for efficient, effective delivery of services.
Education & Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent and two years of experience working with people with disabilities in a vocational setting. The position requires computer proficiency. Valid NYS Driver License required.
Frantz Michel
Manager, Recruitment and Employee Relations
Abilities, Inc.
201 I. U. Willets Road
Albertson, New York 11507
Phone (516) 465-1432 or Fax (516) 465-1465
Abilities, Inc.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Driver License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18