Direct Support Professional: Growth & Benefits

Devereux; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 32,428; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive paid orientation

Paid time off first year

Low-cost benefits with 30‑day waiting

Student loan debt assistance

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Poughkeepsie, NY seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with daily activities and personal goals in a safe, supportive setting.

The role focuses on health, personal management, recreation and daily living while improving functioning and reducing challenging behaviors. A passion for helping people with developmental disabilities is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; 2 years of related experience preferred (or an Associate's Degree with 1 year of related experience).
• Valid NY Driver's License.
• Be flexible, patient, energetic, creative, and have a sense of humor.
• A strong passion for working with and helping children and adults with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in daily activities, health and personal management, and recreation.
• Help individuals achieve personal goals and maintain daily household living in a safe, therapeutic environment.

Skills

Flexibility

Patience

Energetic

Creativity

Humor

Passion for helping

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Valid NY Driver's License

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Poughkeepsie, NY seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with daily activities and personal goals in a safe, supportive setting.

The role focuses on health, personal management, recreation and daily living while improving functioning and reducing challenging behaviors. A passion for helping people with developmental disabilities is essential.