Direct Support Professional

Sid Jacobson JCC, the only full-service JCC on Long Island's North Shore, provides a full range of cutting-edge recreational, health, fitness, educational, cultural arts, and social services programs to East Hills and the surrounding community. Sid Jacobson JCC promotes Jewish identity and provides a comprehensive program based on Jewish values, traditions, heritage, and culture and is committed to enriching the lives of all individuals and families in its community.

Sid Jacobson JCC is seeking a Full-Time Direct Support Professional candidate who is kind-hearted, caring, patient, and possesses strong interpersonal skills, which include the ability to effectively relate and communicate with our program participants. He/She/They will be an active participant in our life skills and social programs. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with diverse needs, ensuring their well-being and enhancing their quality of life. In addition, they are responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation services to clients enrolled in Program. This position is in office.

How you can help us:

Ensures the safety of program participants while in program

Facilitates life skills training, volunteer and social activities for participants on a daily basis.

Map out most effective routes to minimize driving time.

Arrive at pick-up and drop-off points on time

Perform pre and post trip inspections

Notifies supervisor with passenger concerns

Report any violations received while driving

Reports significant incidents to Supervisor(s) as they occur.

Prompts participants to interact appropriately with peers and with all persons in program, and at community sites.

Appropriately completes all required documentation.

Attend all mandatory trainings and personally ensure that their attendance is scheduled per deadlines.

Assist clients with activities of daily living as needed.

Additional duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Experience working with those with Special Needs a plus.

Communication skills including strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to speak, read and write effectively.

Ability to maintain HIPAA confidentiality and exercise discretion when discussing clients.

Demonstrate detail orientation.

Exhibit patience, initiative, enthusiasm, adaptability, and resourcefulness.

Reliable and team player.

Able to effectively develop and document behavior management protocols.

Good oral and written communication skills required.

We offer a full benefits package.

Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary

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