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Community Hab - Direct Support Professional

WILDWOOD PROGRAMS INC

#Communication #Developmental Disabilities #Community Habilitation #Direct Support Professional #Self-Motivation #Per Diem #Community Integration #Recreation

Quick overview

The Community Habilitation DSP works one-on-one, participating in person-centered program plan development to build competencies and integrate individuals into their communities. Responsibilities include assisting individuals in accessing social and recreational community resources and negotiating schedules directly with the individual or caregiver.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and must have a valid NYS driver's license with an acceptable driving record for agency insurance coverage. Access to a vehicle is necessary to provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

high schoolCommunication SkillsSelf-MotivationMandated ReportingCommunity IntegrationPromoting IndependenceSelf-Esteem BuildingSchedule NegotiationPerson Centered ApproachCompetency Building

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

Latham,
NY 12110Position
Type:
Per
DiemSalary
Range: $18.45 - $18.45 HourlyCommunity Habilitation
Direct Support Professional This position is less than 20 hours /week Pay rate $18.45/hr Requirements High school diploma or general education degree (GED). A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required. Access to a vehicle needed to provide services.

Who We Are

Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. Click to learn more about Wildwood Who are we looking for: We are hiring people who enjoy working with others and will promote independence, self-esteem and community integration, to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Summary

As a community Habilitation DSP you are matched to an individual based on likes, location and availability. Generally you will be going out into the community with the individual. This position requires a great amount of commitment, self-motivation and solid communication skills. Essential Duties and
Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned): The work is usually one to one Participates in a person centered approach to program plan development and participates in activities to build competencies and integrate individuals into their communities. Assists individuals we serve to identify social, recreation and other community resources the individual may wish to access and devise plans to achieve that access. Negotiates schedules and daily activities directly with the individual and/or caregiver. Establish and maintain regular hours with individual(s) that you work with Completes all mandated reporting requirements by Wildwood and regulating agencies.
QualificationsAdditional
Requirements: A valid NYS driver's license and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required. May need daily access to a vehicle based on program needs.