Direct Support Professional — Flexible Shifts, 403B & PTO

Ohel Children's Home and Family Service; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance

Job summary

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services in Brooklyn is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in supportive residential settings. Full time and part time positions are available for afternoon, evening and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include supporting daily living activities, accompanying medical appointments, assisting with meals, and providing companionship to foster independence and community

Qualifications

• Motivated candidate with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to individuals promoting meaningful outcomes.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak and write English.
• Valid NY or NJ driver's license for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with their activities of daily living.
• Accompanying individuals to medical appointments.
• Assisting with preparing and serving meals.
• Providing companionship while engaging in productive activities which help to foster independence and community engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services in Brooklyn is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in supportive residential settings. Full time and part time positions are available for afternoon, evening and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include supporting daily living activities, accompanying medical appointments, assisting with meals, and providing companionship to foster independence and community