Direct Support Professional DSP - Nassau County & Long Island Region - Residential Program

QSAC, Inc.; Miller Place (NY); In loco; USD 20.000 - 29.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

403(b) Retirement with Employer Match

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

Career Advancement

Descrizione del lavoro

QSAC, Inc. is a New York–based nonprofit supporting children and adults with autism and their families. The Habilitation Specialist (DSP) helps individuals follow treatment plans, build daily living and social skills, and integrate into the community through activities and outings.

The role features a flexible schedule across mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights, weekdays and weekends. Strong emphasis on person-centered supports and adherence to NADSP code of ethics.

Competenze

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Valid driver's license preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Mansioni

• Assist individuals to develop and maintain relationships
• Promote health, safety and emotional well-being of individuals
• Follow the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times
• Adhere to established treatment plans and support plans
• Work with others to help individuals lead self-directed lives

Conoscenze

Experience with individuals w/ IDD

Valid driver’s license (preferred)

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 2, 2026

Locations

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• Nassau County, New York, USA
• +11 more locations
• Direct Support
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DIREC008510

Description

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

Job Summary

Hourly Rate - $18.00

The Habilitation Specialist (DSP), is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Residential program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence through the development of daily living/social skills and integration into the community through recreational outings. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times.

Shift Information: Flexible Schedule - Mornings, Afternoons, Evenings, Overnights - Weekdays and/or Weekends. May be required to assist with overnight outings.

Provide Safety & Support

• Ensure health, safetyand welfare of individuals
• Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individuals and their families
• Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships
• Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals
• Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals
• Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives

Administrative & Company Policies

• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies
• Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics
• Maintain all required certifications
• May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.)
• Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management

Physical Demands

• Ability to run, when needed
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weightsand 20 lb items

Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record is highly preferred

Exemplifies DSP Competencies

• Putting People First
• Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships
• Demonstrating Professionalism
• Supporting Good Health and Safety
• Support Individuals to be Active and Productive in Society

Benefits

Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff)
• Medical, Dental and VisionInsurancehave very low out of pocket costs (for full time staff)
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for full time staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for full time staff)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Competitive salary
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for full time staff) Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff)
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Competitive salary

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

*This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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