UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION OF THE NORTH COUNTRY
Location
Town of Hammond, New York
Salary
$19 / HOUR
The Direct Support Professional provides compassionate, person-centered care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, medication administration, maintaining a safe environment, and documenting care activities.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma, GED, or DSP certification and a valid NYS Driver’s License with two years of driving experience. The role requires the physical ability to lift 25-50 lbs and perform tasks such as transferring individuals and responding to behavioral crises.
Description Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country seeks individuals with professionalism and heart to fulfill the role of Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs). The IRA is a group home to 3 – 6 people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The DSP works within the residence to provide individualized personal care, mentorship, support, and a sense of stability and security to the individuals who call the residence home. Services may include assisting with personal care, assisting with daily living skills, transporting individuals to appointments or accompanying them to participate in community activities, dispensing medication (after additional training and certification), ensuring safety, providing a friendly ear and emotional support, assisting with residence cleaning and upkeep, and completing required documentation, to name a few.
We have locations in Canton, Potsdam, Edwardsville (Hammond), Massena, Norwood, and Colton.
Reports to: House Manager
$18.90/hour; biweekly pay structure
This varies based on the needs of the agency and the individuals that we support. Opportunities are available across day, evening, and overnight shifts, including full-time, part-time, and per diem schedules.
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides compassionate, person-centered care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities living in Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs). The DSP helps individuals achieve their personal goals, maintain their health and safety, and build independence, dignity, and inclusion in daily life, while fostering a supportive and respectful environment.
1. Responsible for ensuring the health and safety of individuals at all times. a. Provides appropriate personal care, support, and supervision. b. Follows health care treatment orders and administers medications as directed. c. Collaborates with nurses, medical facilitators, and other healthcare professionals to ensure medication and medical care plans are followed accurately. d. Teaches and reinforces fire, emergency, and safety procedures.
3. Responsible for maintaining the residential environment. a. Assists with housekeeping, upkeep, and cleanliness of the home. b. Ensures ramps, walkways, and common areas are clear and safe. c. Reports safety concerns, maintenance needs, or environmental hazards to the house manager or appropriate parties.
7. Responsible for flexibility, teamwork, and collaboration. a. Works varied schedules, including evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays, and mandated coverage. b. Collaborates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and other team members to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
8. Responsible for professional communication and behavior. a. Demonstrates effective, professional communication and behavior with colleagues, individuals, and external partners. b. Completes and submits required paperwork and records in a timely manner. c. Performs other duties as requested or directed by supervisor.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma, GED, or DSP certification required. Successful completion of Agency orientation and training programs. Successful completion of Medication Certification training program. NYS Driver’s License with two years of driving experience required. Acceptable motor vehicle abstract to meet Agency insurability standards. Reliable personal vehicle for business use. Heavy work; ability to frequently lift 25 – 50 lbs., and transfer and support individuals with and without help. Physical strength to safely respond should a behavioral crisis occur. Ability to operate personal and Agency vehicles. Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time. Exposure to infectious diseases, hygiene issues, food, and other unpleasant odors. Able to tolerate atmospheric conditions when performing regular outdoor seasonal activities. Ability to operate mechanical devices used by individuals.
Cerebral Palsy Association offers eligible employees excellent, affordable benefits options. Options include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Term Life/AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(k), and other elective programs. We also offer generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, as well as paid holidays.
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