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Direct Support Professional

Plainview, New York, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$18/hr

Entry level

Job DetailsJob Location: HeadQuarters - Plainview, NY 11803Salary Range: $18.25 - $18.25 HourlyAre you looking for a rewarding career helping others? We are in need of responsible and reliable people to assist others wit…

Skills: Direct support, Intellectual disabilities support, Developmental disabilities support, Community integration, Self care assistance

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Direct Support Professional

A-1 Universal Care, Inc.

Plainview, New York, United States • On-site

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  • $18/hr–$18/hr
  • Other
  • high school
  • Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid vacation, Sick time, Paid holidays
  • Posted 5d ago
  • Apply by Oct 28
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by assisting with daily activities and community integration. Implement scheduled program activities while ensuring the health, safety, and positive social interaction of all participants.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid NYS driver's license. Prior experience assisting persons with IDD or autism is preferred along with strong communication skills.

Full job description

Job DetailsJob Location: HeadQuarters - Plainview, NY 11803Salary Range: $18.25 - $18.25 HourlyAre you looking for a rewarding career helping others? We are in need of responsible and reliable people to assist others with intellectual/developmental disabilities in our Community Programs (Day Habilitation, Respite and Community Habilitation) with accessing the supports and resources in their community to help promote independence and increased social skills.

Positions in all programs are available in Nassau County and Western Suffolk County.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

Implement activities based on program's scheduled activities
Provide direct support to participants in their daily activities such as self care and community integration
Encourage social interactions and positive behavior
Work with individuals to promote their health and safety in the community
Drive agency vans (Day Habilitation only) and demonstrate safe driving practices
Complete program documentation daily per state and agency guidelines

Full Time Employment benefits package includes

Health, Dental & Vision insurance
Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

401K Retirement plan
Paid training (F/T and P/T)

Flexible evening and weekend schedules available through Respite and Community Habilitation; Day Habilitation hours are Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM only!!.

Salary: Hourly rates start at $18.25/hour

Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeQualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent
Prior experience assisting persons with IDD/Autism preferred
Excellent communication and written skills
Able to provide Direct Care assistance

Valid NYS Drivers License

Flexibility to work various hours throughout Nassau & Western Suffolk Counties

Related keywords

Direct Support ProfessionalIntellectual DisabilitiesDevelopmental DisabilitiesCommunity HabilitationDay HabilitationRespiteSocial SkillsIndependenceDocumentationNYS Drivers LicenseAutismDirect CareHealth and SafetyCommunity Programs

About A-1 Universal Care, Inc.

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We are one of the region’s most progressive multicultural agencies providing services and supports for people with I/DD.

Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1995
Headquarters
Plainview, New York
LinkedIn followers
32

Our primary focus is to offer professional, comprehensive and quality services and supports for children and adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

Offices: 255 Executive Dr, Suite 309, Plainview, New York 11803, US

Health CareRehabilitationNon Profit
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About A-1 Universal Care, Inc.

LinkedInVisit site

We are one of the region’s most progressive multicultural agencies providing services and supports for people with I/DD.

Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1995
Headquarters
Plainview, New York
LinkedIn followers
32

Our primary focus is to offer professional, comprehensive and quality services and supports for children and adults with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

Offices: 255 Executive Dr, Suite 309, Plainview, New York 11803, US

Health CareRehabilitationNon Profit
View all jobs at A-1 Universal Care, Inc.

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