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DSP - Direct Support Professional

Brooklyn, NY 11236

Posted: 12/13/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 24386287 Pay Rate: 17-17 USD/Hour

Job Description

Position Summary
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides compassionate, person-centered support to individuals with disabilities or other support needs. The DSP assists individuals with daily living activities, personal goals, community participation, and maintaining the highest possible level of independence, dignity, and quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide direct, respectful, and individualized support based on each person’s needs, preferences, and service plan.
  • Assist with activities of daily living, including personal care, hygiene, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders or assistance as permitted.
  • Support individuals in developing and maintaining independence and life skills.
  • Encourage participation in recreational, social, educational, vocational, and community activities.
  • Provide transportation or transportation assistance as required.
  • Promote a safe, clean, and supportive living environment.
  • Monitor individuals’health, safety, behavior, and overall well-being and report concerns promptly.
  • Follow individualized service plans, organizational policies, safety procedures, and applicable regulations.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services, activities, incidents, and significant observations.
  • Communicate effectively with individuals, families, caregivers, supervisors, and other members of the support team.
  • Provide appropriate behavioral support and follow established intervention strategies when applicable.
  • Protect the individual’s privacy, confidentiality, rights, and personal dignity at all times.
  • Assist with household tasks and meal planning/preparation when appropriate.
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies and follow established emergency procedures.
  • Attend required training, staff meetings, and professional development activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred/required depending on organizational requirements.
  • Previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities is preferred.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to remain patient, professional, dependable, and compassionate in challenging situations.
  • Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record may be required.
  • Ability to successfully complete required background checks, training, and certifications.
Physical Requirements
The position may require standing, walking, bending, lifting, assisting with transfers, and other physical activities necessary to safely support individuals with daily living needs. Specific requirements vary according to the individual’s support needs and work environment.

Core Competencies
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Reliability and accountability
  • Person-centered care
  • Communication and active listening
  • Problem-solving and sound judgment
  • Patience and emotional maturity
  • Respect for individual rights and choices
  • Teamwork and professionalism
  • Commitment to safety and quality of care

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Drew Anson

Chief Delivery Officer

Drew Anson is Chief Delivery Officer at Phaxis, a Workforce Solutions Company based in New York.

In this role, Drew leads the delivery and recruiting working closely with the leadership team to define a model that is efficient at supporting the firm s current needs and is scalable for future growth.

Drew is a seasoned executive with more than 13 years of Services & Recruitment experience. In that time, he has supported numerous Fortune 100/500/1000 organizations across industries by providing global workforce solutions, namely resources and thought leadership for large-scale projects, implementations, and managed services.

Prior to joining Phaxis predecessor firm Park Hudson in 2021, Drew spent three years at engineering technology and talent solutions firm, Collabera, as Director of Sales in North Carolina. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly eight years at Insight Global, most recently as Sales Manager of the Columbus, OH office.

He holds a degree from Central Michigan University in Sales & Marketing.

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