DSP- Direct Support Professional- Fallkill Hyde Park

Job DetailsJob Location

• HYDE
• PARK,
• NY 12538Salary
• Range: $19.00 - $20.50 HourlyDIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL Full Time - Friday - Tuesday 7am-3pm with some Community Habilitation Hours Full Time - Tuesday - Saturday 11pm-7am Overnight position What is a Direct Support Professional (DSP)? Our DSPs play an important role in the lives of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities who receive supports from Greystone Programs. You will engage in a variety of work activities that teach important life skills to help people enhance their independence, achieve personal goals, meet their healthcare needs, participate in life enriching activities, be active in their local community and live their fullest life possible. Typical tasks a DSP will do during the course of their shift include hands-on support and instruction, providing transportation using our vehicles, assisting people in maintaining their living environment, preparing meals, administering medication and helping people enhance their communication skills. This location resides 6 men between the ages of 30 and 60. They enjoy dances, bowling and movies. This home has a spacious backyard where they enjoy playing basketball and other other outdoor activities. Why should you consider a career as a DSP? A job as a DSP can put you on the path to a career as an LPN, RN, Behavior Technician, Coach, Recreation Specialist, Psychologist, Occupational/Physical Therapist, Social Worker, ABA Specialist, Manager and more. No previous experience is needed. We look for dependable, compassionate people who would enjoy helping others achieve goals and independence. We offer flexibility in work schedules. Let us help you to find a schedule that suits your life. We offer higher than average pay rates in our field with a Career Ladder in place to advance your job and pay. We pay a higher pay rate for weekend shifts. We offer specialized training in applied behavior analysis and medication administration with pay increases for successful certification. Already enrolled in college? Our full and part-time schedules can work around your classes. Retired, but looking for a meaningful way to spend your time ? Come and explore a job in direct care where you can work close to home and make your own schedule. This is a job where you can share your hobbies and interests with others and engage in recreational activities with the people you support. We offer many different opportunities to advance your skills, knowledge and career. Receive your first pay increase after just 3 months. Your community needs you! There are great people in your local area that need supports to live their best life.
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• Time includes: Medical, Dental and Vision 401(k) Retirement Plan with match Tuition Assistance Paid time off – Holidays, Sick and Personal days and Vacation time Free long term disability insurance Supplemental coverage for unexpected medical situations Flexible Spending Accounts Free Financial Planning Assistance Employee Referral Bonuses Employee recognition programs and service awards Discounts on personal auto and homeowner’s insurance Discounted fuel oil and propane program. Weekly payroll with direct deposit or pay card