Direct Support Professional-AHRC Wantagh Apartments Mon-Fri 10am-6pm

AHRC Nassau; Wantagh (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

AHRC Nassau is seeking Direct Support Professionals for Wantagh Apartments (40hrs), Mon-Fri 10am-6pm. You will provide ongoing support to individuals in Community Living Services to help maintain a high quality of life.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid NYS driver’s license, and the ability to follow written and oral directions. This on-site role emphasizes safety, health, and daily living activities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well-being.
• Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wantagh Apartments (40hrs) Mon-Fri 10am-6pm

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

AHRC Nassau operates the largest residential program on Long Island. With over 100 supervised and supportive settings, each home reflects the interests of its residents. Direct Support Professionals work with each person supported toward reaching their goals and desired outcomes.

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.