Overview

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities. Your job goes beyond traditional caregiving – it's about fostering independence, building meaningful connections, and promoting a sense of belonging. Being a Direct Support Professional is not just a job – it's a chance to be a positive force in someone's life journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to the people we support with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Performs personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, feeding, and other healthcare related tasks. 
• Act as an advocate for the people we support by ensuring they recieve appropriate services.
• Develop a working knowledge of the behavior management program.
• Attend Inter-disciplinary Treatment meetings and participate in the ongoing treatment plans of consumers living at the residence and/or attending the day program.
• Review and supervise individuals’ programs including, (but not limited to) daily household maintenance chores, and recreational and ADL needs.
• Will participate in Strategies for Crisis Intervention Prevention procedures, referred to as SCIP, which may include “hands-on-interventions when necessary".
• Will dispense medications under the guidance of a Registered Nurse as appropriate.
• Complete daily documentation of habilitation services, active treatment, BIR, MIR, and medical charts as required. 

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with I/DD population is preferred but not required
• High School Diploma or GED 
• Valid Driver's License in the Tri-State Area - New York, New Jersey, Connecticut 
• Proficient in basic computer skills
• Pay Rate - $17.88/hr - $18.88/hr based on experience

If you are a caring individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our team of dedicated professionals and help us provide exceptional care to those in need.

Opengate Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.