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Job Description "Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!” Job Summary The Direct Support Professional (DSP), such as a Habilitation Specialist or Respite Worker, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Community Habilitation (Comm Hab) program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community. Services are provided in the individual’s family’s home and/or in the community. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times. You will be required to attend periodic meetings and trainings and provide feedback regarding progress. You will also need to be an active team member and give suggestions on strategies to assist the individual in achieving their personal goals. Cases are in either Floral Park, West Hempstead, or Rockville Center Salary for this position is $18.00 per hour for Community Habilitation and $18.00 an hour for Respite Shift Information: Flexible Schedule - Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings, Overnights - Weekdays and/or Weekends. Work 4 to 20+ hours weekly. Provide Safety & Support • Ensure health, safety and welfare of individuals, • Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individuals and their families, • Promote individual’s independence within their homes and community, • Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships, • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals, • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals, • Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives, • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans, • Ability to communicate effectively, • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies, • Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics, • Be familiar with fire evacuation and emergency procedures within the home and community environment, • Maintain all required certifications, • May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.), • Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately, • Ability to run, when needed, • High School Diploma or GED required, • Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities highly preferred, • Putting People First, • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, • Demonstrating Professionalism, • Supporting Good Health and Safety QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary, • Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA, • Opportunities for career advancement *This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. To easy apply:Please forward resumes to