What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) Eastern Long Island position at People's Arc of Suffolk?
Job description
- Direct Support Professional DSP - Entry Level Welcome
- Full-time 8am-3:30pm or Full- time and Part-time Various of Shifts
- CONTACT Juliana Langenhahn
People's Arc of Suffolk Adult Day Services 214 Old Riverhead Road West Hampton Beach, NY 11978
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978Are you energetic, caring and positive? People's Arc of Suffolk is looking for a candidate with these qualities who is willing to share their hobbies and interests with supported individuals. The role of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) is more than a job it is a career that makes a positive impact every day in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and autism. As a DSP you are directly responsible for the people supported and their overall safety and well-being, helping them achieve a rich and full life.*Responsibilities*
- Tasks include engaging and providing supports to individuals in our program
- Enabling the greatest level of independence possible
- Providing habilitative services to individuals in the community to foster community inclusion and relationship building.
- Engage participation in recreation, social, and skill-building activities as appropriate.
- Complete documentation electronically as required.
- Driving the agency van.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or GED
- NYS Driver's License with satisfactory driving record
- Readiness to learn and utilize relevant agency computer applications.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.29-$18.91
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.29 - $18.91 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Westhampton Beach, NY (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Westhampton Beach, NY: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19
