Direct Support Professional: Children's Residential Program (Vanderbilt)

Brightway Living & Learning; Town of Huntington (NY); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Brightway Living & Learning on Long Island seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in daily living, support independence, and connect them to their communities.

The role offers full-time hours with $21.00–$23.10 per hour; a valid NYS driver's license and successful completion of Transportation Orientation are required. New hires not meeting criteria may start at $19.00/hour.

Qualifikationen

• Must be empathetic, compassionate, and patient.
• Must have valid NYS Driver's License for 18+ months with clean driving history.
• Reliable transportation and adherence to safety policies.
• Ability to work with individuals with disabilities and promote independence.

Aufgaben

• Assist individuals with daily living activities and personal care as needed.
• Foster independence and promote well-being and community integration.
• Support communication and social engagement with family and community.
• Document observations and progress as part of care planning.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Communication

Team player

Patience

Drive license

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Job Details

About Brightway Living & Learning

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them, assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference. This position requires a valid NYS Driver's License for 18+ months with a clean driving history and successful completion of Brightway’s Transportation Orientation. New Hires that do not meet this criteria will be offered a lower rate, starting at $19.00/hour.

Full-Time, Hourly $21.00 – $23.10/hour

Why You'll Love This Job

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here’s How We Support You

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.