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GREYSTONE PROGRAMS INC; Town of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer 5

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off – Holidays, Sick and PTO

Long term disability insurance

FSA / Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Referral Bonuses

Discounts on auto/home insurance

Discounted fuel oil/propane

Direct deposit/pay card

Retention Bonus $500 at 6 months

Job summary

GREYSTONE PROGRAMS INC. is seeking Direct Support Professionals for full-time roles across Highland, Amenia, and Stanfordville.

Shifts run Monday to Friday, 7am–3pm, with opportunities to engage in meaningful activities and support people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. No previous experience is required; we value dependable, compassionate individuals who want to help others achieve independence and life goals.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Dependable and compassionate with a desire to help others.
• Ability to provide transportation using company vehicles.
• Willingness to complete specialized training in ABA and medication administration with pay increases for certification.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on support and instruction for individuals with disabilities.
• Provide transportation using company vehicles.
• Assist with maintaining living environments and preparing meals.
• Administer medication as directed.
• Document work using computer systems and support communication skills.

Skills

Dependable

Compassionate

People skills

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Day Program Direct Support ProfessionalsFull Time position shared with a residential homes in Highland, Amenia and Stanfordville. Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm.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.No previous experience is needed. We look for dependable, compassionate people who would enjoy helping others achieve goals and independence.This is a job where you can share your hobbies and interests with others and engage in recreational activities with the people you support.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, using our computer systems to document the work you do and helping people enhance their communication skills.Why should you consider a career as a DSP?We offer a formal Career Ladder to advance your job and pay. Receive your first promotion and pay increase after just 3 months.We pay a higher pay rate for weekend shifts and Holidays.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, Registered Behavior Specialist, Manager and moreWe offer specialized training in applied behavior analysis and medication administration with pay increases for successful certification.We can help you go back to college with Tuition Assistance paid up front to your school or discounts through our Marist partnership.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.Your community needs you! There are great people in your local area that need supports to live their best life.Our Benefit Package for Full Time includes:Medical, Dental and Vision401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matchTuition AssistancePaid time off – Holidays, Sick and Personal days and Vacation timeFree long term disability insuranceSupplemental coverage for unexpected medical situationsFlexible Spending AccountsFree Financial Planning AssistanceEmployee Referral BonusesEmployee recognition programs and service awardsDiscounts on personal auto and homeowner’s insuranceDiscounted fuel oil and propane program.Weekly payroll with direct deposit or pay cardRetention Bonus of $500 paid at 6 months of successful employment for full time employees.