DSP
Company: In Flight, Inc
Location: Valatie
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description At In Flight, Inc., we empower
people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach
for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life. In
Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a
home environment and the community for adults with Intellectual and
Developmental Disabilities (IDD). $20.25- $22.75 * Must be med
certified and driver eligible within the first 90 days to keep
rate. Increases based on: Experience- .25- $1.00 Education- .50-
$1.50 This position is located in Valatie. The Direct Support
Professional is responsible for ensuring that services are provided
within the standards established by the department and the agency.
They must understand, commitment to, and respect for people being
served, their family members and the agency’s mission. They are
responsible to ensure that the services provided are geared to
promote personal growth, skill acquisition, and community
inclusion. These services must be meaningful to the people served
and encourage and respect their choices. Hours are variable based
on the needs of the person receiving services; some overtime and
shift coverage is necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of people in the program
• Complete Residential Habilitation documentation in a timely
fashion and ensure implementation of staff service actions. •
Provides nutritious, balanced meals based on the house menu.
Encourage and assist individuals to participate in shopping and
food preparation • Complete daily routines with regard to chores,
housekeeping, maintenance of ADL kits, and active treatment. Alert
Residence Manager when more ADL or program supplies are needed. •
Implement community integration and involvement based on the
Residential Habilitation (Res Hab) plans of each individual. •
Ensure that the residence is maintained with a high level of
cleanliness and respect for the people that reside there. • Address
all crisis situations, and medical emergencies in accordance with
agency policy • Upon completion of the medication administration
course, Maintains Med Certification and dispenses medications as
assigned. • Assist with personal care and health-related needs.
Comply with the guidance provided by the Supervisor, Residence
Manager and the Nursing Department. • Assist with maintenance of
residence files and inventories as needed. • Will implement all
Behavioral Management progress and required. • Represent the agency
in a positive manner to other staff, agencies, the community,
service providers, and on the internet including email and social
media sites. • Comply with and implement practices in accordance
with state and federal regulations. • Provide transportation to and
assist at medical appointments and lab work. Provide transportation
to and from activities which are person centered including church,
home visits, individual and group outings. • Perform any other
work-related duties as requested by supervisor(s) and/or Executive
Director or their designee. In Flight is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Requirements: • Required- High School Diploma or GED •
Acceptable driver’s license based on insurance company regulations.
• Pass NYS and OPWDD background clearances. • Attend In Flight
orientation located in Red Hook. Skills: • Ability to document and
track information. • Computer knowledge. • Ability to observe and
give feedback. • Communication skills- written and oral. • Detail
orientated. • Collaborative Qualities/Traits: • Highest level of
integrity • Honest • Professional • Empathetic • Compassionate •
Patience • Respectful Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours
or more. • Generous benefits including 403(b), medical, dental, and
vision insurance. • Up to 3 weeks PTO with additional 56 hours for
sick time • Tuition Reimbursement • Supplemental benefits
Keywords: In Flight, Inc, Bridgeport , DSP, Social Services , Valatie, Connecticut
