Direct Support Professional - Adults & Children with Learning Disabilities : Job Details

Help people supported achieve/exceed their personal goals - Provide structure and emotional support - Assist in resolving behavioral issues - Help people supported with personal hygiene needs - Complete detailed, accurate documentation - Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles We require:High School Diploma or equivalent required. Clean, valid New York State driver's license. Ability to communicate and understand in English; both verbally and in writing. Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. Must obtain and maintain AMAP and SCIP certifications. The ability to perform SCIP maneuvers which may require bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, lying on the ground, and supporting another person's body weight. The ability to reach, bend, twist, kneel, and squat as you assist people with physical ac...Support Professional, Support, Professional, Business Services