Direct Support Professional - Morning

Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities.

At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives.

Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, is responsible for assisting in a wide variety of program areas as assigned by Program Director or designee.

Implements program plans (goals, on-going services, special needs) under direct supervision of Habilitation Specialist and provides personal care to the persons receiving services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Habilitation Assistant will include, but are not limited to the following :

• Provides physical and programmatic aid to the people we support where assigned.
• Aids in daily operation of assigned program areas.
• Assists with supervision of the people we support in assigned areas.
• Accompanies the people we support out into community on a regular basis and while out there, maintains close supervision of them.
• Drives Agency vehicles for transportation of the people we support, pickups, deliveries, community outings and medical appointments, emergencies as required.
• Performs clerical work for assigned areas, i.e. collating, folding, typing and answering telephones.
• Participates in case conferences as needed.
• Serves as member of interdisciplinary plan.
• Collects data for written program plans as assigned, i.e. behavior plans, treatment plans.
• Provides necessary program support / coverage.
• Writes case notes and provides information on incidents as required.
• Follows established classroom activity schedules.
• Assists Habilitation Specialist in maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
• Assists with toileting and feeding of persons receiving services.
• Assists with outer clothing of persons receiving services as needed.
• Participates in activities outside of activity room, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool with program participants as required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Valid New York State Driver’s License and must maintain it in good standing.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, the people we support, and their families.
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures.
• Must be vaccinated against Covid-19

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six months of related experience is preferred but not required.
• Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire in salaried status.

COMPENSATION : $18.00 - $18.50 / hour + Industry-Leading Benefits! ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.