Direct Support Professional (DSP)
19 days ago
Tarrytown
Job DescriptionDescription: Our organization is currently seeking dedicated, caring, and compassionate Direct Support Professionals to join our team of service providers. Our Direct Support Professionals empower the people we support to develop new skills, exercise choices, and achieve their life goals. DSP Job Responsibilities/Qualifications: • Demonstrates a positive attitude towards working with individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities., • Demonstrates strong interpersonal and professional communication skills (verbal and written)., • Assist as needed with daily living skills (personal hygiene, food preparation, housekeeping, laundry, shopping)., • Provide support and encourage skill development with hobbies, studies, recreation, communication, and social activities., • Ability to quickly respond and manage emergencies effectively and according to oversite and safety plan requirements., • Acquire and maintain all required certifications (AMAP, CPR, First Aid, SCIP, etc.), mandated OPWDD training, and agency policies and procedures., • Full-Time Positions available - Weekends Shifts 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and 11:00 pm to 7:00 am. Benefits available after 21 hours a week – Medical – Dental – Vision. Salary: From $17.85 per hour Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental Insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Flexible spending account, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Parental leave, • Overnight Shift, • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent., • Valid license to operate a vehicle in the State of NY (preferred)., • Required Background check and references., • Driver's License a must.