What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Aid to the Developmentally Disabled, Inc.?
RISE is a nonprofit organization that was established in 1980 as Aid To The Developmentally Disabled (ADD) by family members who were concerned about the physical and emotional decline of patients compelled to live in crowded institutions.
These family members believed that appropriate treatment and training in a warm, sheltered, homelike environment would enhance their physical and emotional growth. With the support, funding and licensing of New York State’s Office of People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and the Office of Mental Health (OMH), ADD came to life
We are currently seeking full time and part time Direct Support Professionals to work in a residential group home located in beautiful Cutchogue. NY. This home is located on the East End of Long island and supports eight people on a daily basis. In this position you would be assisting with teaching daily living skills, providing daily counseling, oversight in medical care and encouraging recreational outings. The individuals in this program have a variety of interests. They like video games, listening to music and wrestling. Trips into the community include shopping, going out to eat and getting their nails done.
Direct Support Professionals work as part of a collaborative treatment team that makes a difference in another person life on a daily basis. If this job sounds interesting you please apply.
We offer a $3500 dollar Sign on bonus!
HS Degree/ GED required
Valid NYS Drivers License.
For More Information on Rise Life Services please visit our website at riselifeservices.org
Rise life Services is home of the Rising Star and Shining programs. These programs support the ongoing retention and professional development of our staff!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.50 - $19.03 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19