Community Living Support Specialist (Direct Care)

AHRC Nassau; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AHRC Nassau in Hicksville, NY seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in Community Living Services. You will support self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing, while promoting independence and engagement in daily routines.

Responsibilities include following treatment plans, documenting progress, transporting individuals to appointments, mentoring new staff, attending team meetings, and complying with background checks, POM training, and

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain a valid NYS driver's license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing support to individuals to promote independence in self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization and overall wellbeing.
• Follow treatment plans and document progress; maintain and review records and logs.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, shopping, and recreational activities as needed.
• Mentor new Direct Support Staff and participate in House Meetings; review training materials.
• Performs all duties with adherence to policies, scheduling, and staffing requirements.
• Assist with medication administration according to agency policies.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

AHRC Nassau in Hicksville, NY seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in Community Living Services. You will support self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing, while promoting independence and engagement in daily routines.

Responsibilities include following treatment plans, documenting progress, transporting individuals to appointments, mentoring new staff, attending team meetings, and complying with background checks, POM training, and