Direct Support Professional (DSP) Suffolk County

Braverhood; Medford (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid training

Meaningful, rewarding work

Job summary

Braverhood is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support in the home and community on a part-time basis for weekdays and/or weekends.

You will help individuals meet personal goals, encourage communication and independence, document services, and follow agency requirements. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and paid DSP training after hire are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with special needs preferred.
• Experience with children or young adults preferred.
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle REQUIRED.
• Reliable transportation.
• Dependable, accountable, and punctual.
• U.S. Citizen or valid work authorization.
• Complete required paid DSP training after hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support in the home and community
• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Encourage communication, socialization, and independence
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Document services and progress
• Follow agency and OPWDD requirements

Job description

DSP (Direct Support Professional) Braverhood

Part-Time for Weekdays and/or Weekends

What We Offer

• Flexible schedules
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid training
• Meaningful, rewarding work

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support in the home and community
• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Encourage communication, socialization, and independence
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Document services and progress
• Follow agency and OPWDD requirements

Requirements

• Experience working with individuals with special needs preferred
• Experience with children or young adults preferred
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle REQUIRED
• Reliable transportation
• Dependable, accountable, and punctual
• U.S. Citizen or valid work authorization
• Complete requiredpaid DSP trainingafter hire

Dress Code:Casual, appropriate, and respectful.