Direct Support Professional

Brookville Center for Children's Services; Glen Head; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service agency is seeking a dedicated Counselor in Glen Head, Ireland to provide vital support to individuals in the Community Living Services program. The successful candidate will promote the agency's mission, assist with self-care routines, and ensure a high quality of life for those served. A High School Diploma or equivalent and a valid NYS driver's license are preferred, coupled with strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a starting pay of $14.00 per hour or more based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must submit a valid NYS drivers' license and maintain qualified driver status.
• Ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives.
• Understanding of self-care routines and socialization.

Responsibilities

• Practice and promote the agency’s mission in every interaction.
• Provide ongoing support in Community Living Services program.
• Assist in self-care routines, health, safety, and overall well-being.

Skills

Communication

Support provision

Understanding directives

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Category: Counselor

Requisition Number: DIREC10988

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• Posted : July 27, 2020
• Full-Time

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The pay range for this position is starting at $14.00 per hour and above based on experience

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must submit a valid NYS drivers' license, and maintain a qualified driver status throughout employment.
• Must have the ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information

Primary duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction.
• Provide ongoing support to the people that live in the Community Living Services program to ensure that a high quality of life is maintained.
• Provide support in the areas of, for example, self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well‑being.

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