Yai

Special education school with integrated therapies

Direct Support Professional - Direct Support Professional 1

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePleasantville, NY, USA$16.78 - $18.31 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is preferred; some college is a plus.
Work or life experience with intellectual or developmental disabilities is a plus.
Ability to support people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Basic written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
A valid New York State driver's license may be required depending on the position.
A tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions.
Interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to take initiative.

Responsibilities

Teach daily and independent living skills, provide individual and group counseling, and promote community integration.
Assist with activities of daily living, including showering, toileting, grooming, laundry, and housekeeping as needed.
Maintain professionalism and punctuality, take ownership and accountability, and adapt as job responsibilities change based on needs.
Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations.
Use effective communication and time management skills and contribute to teamwork within the circle of support.
Maintain facility or program upkeep and safety.
Complete mandatory position- and program-based trainings, including AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, and Defensive Driving, and apply the skills learned.
Meet and demonstrate OPWDD Core Competencies.
Ensure the health, wellness, and safety of the people supported and provide appropriate supervision.
Recognize when to contact an administrator for support.
Transport and escort people supported to recreational activities, medical appointments, and home visits.
Build positive relationships and use person-first language.
Maintain a therapeutic environment using methods including Personal Outcome Measures, Person-Centered Thinking, and Informed Decision Making.
Ensure person-centered plans are implemented.
Complete documentation for compliance and billing.
Use foundational teaching skills, including EMOE, task analysis, essential skills, supports, and modifications.
Assist people with purchases and safeguard their personal allowance and any additional funds provided.
Manage crises.

Desired Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
Some college is a plus.
Work or life experience with intellectual or developmental disabilities is a plus.

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About the Position:
YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working and learning. YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of people we support and their families. YAI promotes a person-centered approach by creating supports that cater to the specific needs of each person. Join our dynamic team teaching daily and independent living skills, providing individual and group counseling, and promoting community integration. The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm for working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and a willingness to help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as assisting with showering, toileting, grooming, laundry and housekeeping as necessary. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work directly with people in their home, work, and daily life in varying capacities. Typically, a DSP 1 works in one region.

Mission Statement:
YAI is a network of agencies offering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities a comprehensive range of services across all ages. YAI empowers people with disabilities to reach their goals every day. Our enthusiastic staff of over 4,000 professionals believes that everyone has a fundamental right to live, love, work, and learn. If you share our vision and want to help support people to live the fullest lives possible, apply to this position.

Location: Pleasantville, NY

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday- Friday 7:00 am- 3:00 pm

Key Responsibilities:
− Maintaining Professionalism and Punctuality
− Taking Ownership/ Accountability
− Being Flexible: Job responsibilities may change based on needs
− Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations
− Using effective communication skills & time management skills
− Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support)
− Ensuring maintenance upkeep and safety based on facility/ program structure
− Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills
− Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies
− Ensuring health, wellness and safety
− Ensuring appropriate supervision of the people we support
− Understanding when to contact an administrator for support
− Demonstrating a willingness to assist people with ADLs
− Transporting and escorting people we support on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc.
− Building Positive relationships
− Using person first language
− Maintaining a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making
− Ensuring person centered plans are implemented
− Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing
− Using foundational Teaching skills (EMOE, Task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.
− Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguard personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided
− Managing crisis

Education and Experience:
− A High School Diploma or GED is preferred; some college is a plus
− Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
− Ability to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
− Basic written and verbal communication
− Basic Computer knowledge
− Valid NY State Driver's License may be required depending upon the position
− Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
− Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
− Willingness to take initiative

Compensation:

$16.78/hour- $18.31/hour (Based on experience)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Company

Yai

Special education school with integrated therapies

Manhattan Star Academy is a private, non-profit day school serving ages 3–21 with developmental needs, offering preschool through upper school under the YAI Network. It combines academics with comprehensive therapies (occupational, physical, speech-language, counseling) delivered during the school day, using a developmentally based, Montessori-inspired approach in small classes. The campus uses sensory-friendly facilities and technology such as smart boards and iPads to support learning and track progress, and it runs a transition program with vocational training and internships. Its differentiators are the integrated therapy model, a specialized environment for neuro-developmental disabilities, and a clear path from early education to post-secondary readiness with individualized support.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Seed
Total funding: $330K
Headquarters: New York City, New York
Founded: 2023

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