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DSP P/T Roosevelt Island Blingual Cantonese
$33,280 - $37,440/Yr
Cares - New York, NY
posted 2 months ago
Part-time - Entry Level
New York, NY
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) role at CARES involves providing essential support and resources to children and families dealing with intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental health conditions. The position focuses on enhancing daily living skills and facilitating community integration for individuals, particularly from underserved multilingual communities, with a specific emphasis on Cantonese-speaking clients.
Responsibilities
- Work with children and their families to provide resources and support.
- Strengthen daily living skills for individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health challenges.
- Teach clients how to accomplish daily living tasks and improve socialization skills.
- Assist individuals in acclimating to community activities such as traveling and interacting with community helpers.
- Communicate effectively with families and supervisors regarding client progress and concerns.
- Complete and submit documentation of activities engaged with clients in a timely manner.
- Participate in mandatory training sessions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Prior experience providing direct services to individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities is preferred.
- Pursuing a degree in education, social work, nursing, or psychology is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently and complete assignments within given parameters.
- Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the US.
Nice-to-haves
- Multilingual in Cantonese is essential.
- Experience in social work or related fields.
Benefits
- Part-time position with flexible hours.
- Competitive hourly wage ranging from $16 to $18.
- Opportunity to work in a meaningful role supporting individuals with disabilities.
