Direct Support Professional

Catholic Charities; Copiague, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Long Island is seeking Direct Support Professionals for OPWDD residential services in Copiague, NY. The role focuses on compassionate, person-centered care for developmentally disabled residents across group homes.

Responsibilities include transporting residents, supporting skills development, administering medications, and daily caregiving tasks with a strong emphasis on safety and dignity. Evening and weekend shifts available with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Active NYS driver’s license required.
• Ability to perform tasks that may require physical exertion and lifting up to 250 pounds.
• Ability to remain calm during challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Transport/safeguard residents on outings.
• Coach residents in skills development & administer medications.
• Provide person-centered care including personal care as needed.
• Perform household tasks including meal preparation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate caregiving

Patiently attentive

Education

HS diploma/GED

Tools

NYS Driver’s License

Job description

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS

GROUP HOME- OPWDD RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

COPIAGUE, NY

Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life.

CCLI is looking for Direct Service Professionals with generous hearts and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing "care with dignity and life with hope" to our developmentally disabled group home residents.

Responsibilities:

• Transport/safeguard residents on outings
• Coach residents in skills development & administer medications
• Provide person-centered care including personal care as needed
• Perform household maintenance tasks, including meal preparation
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A HS diploma/GED
• Valid NYS Driver’s License
• Ability to perform tasks that may require stooping, crouching, and 2-person lifting up to 250 pounds.
• Ability to maintain personal safety and respond appropriately in a calm, non-confrontational manner during an individual's physical or emotional outburst.

Schedule:

Full-time evening, and Part-time weekend and early AM opportunities available. Typical staffing needs include:

Base Rate of Pay: $21. per hour (Weekend differential pay is an additional $1.00/hr.)

This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position.

Catholic Charities of Long Island - An Equal Opportunity Employer