DSP
Company: In Flight, Inc
Location: Germantown
Posted on: January 25, 2025
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Job Description:
At In Flight, Inc. we empower people with intellectual and
developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and
support a meaningful quality of life.In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit
that provides support services within a home environment and the
community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental
Disabilities (IDD).We are happy to announce new rates for our
DSPs!$19.00- $21.50 * Must be med certified and driver eligible
within the first 90 days to keep $19.00 rateIncreases based on:
The Direct Support Professional is responsible for ensuring that
services are provided within the standards established by the
department and the agency. They must understand, commitment to, and
respect for people being served, their family members and the
agency's mission. They are responsible to ensure that the services
provided are geared to promote personal growth, skill acquisition,
and community inclusion. These services must be meaningful to the
people served and encourage and respect their choices. Hours are
variable based on the needs of the person receiving services; some
overtime and shift coverage is necessary.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
--- Ensure the health, safety and well-being of people in the
program
--- Complete Residential Habilitation documentation in a timely
fashion and ensure implementation of staff service actions.
--- Provides nutritious, balanced meals based on the house menu.
Encourage and assist individuals to participate in shopping and
food preparation
--- Complete daily routines with regard to chores, housekeeping,
maintenance of ADL kits, and active treatment. Alert Residence
Manager when more ADL or program supplies are needed.
--- Implement community integration and involvement based on the
Residential Habilitation (Res Hab) plans of each individual.
--- Ensure that the residence is maintained with a high level of
cleanliness and respect for the people that reside there.
--- Address all crisis situations, and medical emergencies in
accordance with agency policy
--- Upon completion of the medication administration course,
Maintains Med Certification and dispenses medications as
assigned.
--- Assist with personal care and health-related needs. Comply with
the guidance provided by the Supervisor, Residence Manager and the
Nursing Department.
--- Assist with maintenance of residence files and inventories as
needed.
--- Will implement all Behavioral Management progress and
required.
--- Represent the agency in a positive manner to other staff,
agencies, the community, service providers, and on the internet
including email and social media sites.
--- Comply with and implement practices in accordance with state
and federal regulations.
--- Provide transportation to and assist at medical appointments
and lab work. Provide transportation to and from activities which
are person centered including church, home visits, individual and
group outings.
--- Perform any other work-related duties as requested by
supervisor(s) and/or Executive Director or their designee.
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In Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements:
--- Required- High School Diploma or GED
--- Acceptable driver's license based on insurance company
regulations.
--- Pass NYS and OPWDD background clearances.
--- Attend In Flight orientation located in Red Hook.
Skills:
--- Ability to document and track information.
--- Computer knowledge.
--- Ability to observe and give feedback.
--- Communication skills- written and oral.
--- Detail orientated.
--- Collaborative
Qualities/Traits:
--- Highest level of integrity
--- Honest
--- Professional
--- Empathetic
--- Compassionate
--- Patience
--- Respectful
Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours or more.
--- Generous benefits including 403(b), medical, dental, and vision
insurance.
--- Up to 3 weeks PTO with additional 56 hours for sick time
--- Tuition Reimbursement
--- Supplemental benefits
Compensation details: 19-21.5 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: In Flight, Inc, Albany , DSP, Other , Germantown, New York
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