Direct Support Professional (DSP)

　　Tarrytown, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=17+Miller+Avenue+Tarrytown+NY+USA+10591)

　　Job Type

　　Full-time, Part-time

　　Description

　　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.

　　Ability to reach, bend, climb stairs, stand for prolonged periods of time, and be able to lift (50lbs) and assist an individual physically in an emergency or as needed.

　　Hours/Benefits:

　　Full-Time Positions available - Shifts 11:00 pm to 7:00 am. Benefits available after 21 hours a week – Medical – Dental – Vision.

　　Life and Disability Insurance - FSA plans - 401k plans – Paid Vacation – Paid Holidays.

　　Job Types: Full-time, Part Time

　　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

　　Vision insurance

　　Schedule:

　　Day shift

　　Evening shift

　　Monday to Friday

　　Weekend availability

　　Requirements

　　DSP Requirements:

　　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.

　　Salary Description

　　$17.85