Direct Support Professional — Impactful Care + PAID Training

Opengate, Inc.; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401k after six months

Employer-paid vision and dental

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time-off

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Opengate is a nonprofit organization seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to provide high-quality support to people we serve in Somers, NY. This role includes personal care, advocacy, behavior support, daily living assistance, and medication administration under RN guidance, with training provided.

We offer paid training, comprehensive insurance, 401k eligibility after six months, tuition reimbursement, generous PTO, and a sign-on bonus for eligible staff at the Auerbach location, with

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with I/DD population is preferred but not required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License in the Tri-State Area - NY, NJ, CT.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including personal hygiene, feeding, and healthcare tasks.
• Advocate for individuals by ensuring access to appropriate services and participating in treatment planning.
• Develop a working knowledge of behavior management strategies and follow crisis intervention protocols (SCIP), including physical interventions if necessary.
• Assist with daily living activities, household tasks, and recreational programs to support independence and skill development.
• Will dispense medications under the guidance of a Registered Nurse and complete daily documentation of habilitation services, active treatment, BIR, MIR, and medical charts as required

Skills

Basic computer skills

Driver's license (Tri-State Area)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Opengate is a nonprofit organization seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals to provide high-quality support to people we serve in Somers, NY. This role includes personal care, advocacy, behavior support, daily living assistance, and medication administration under RN guidance, with training provided.

We offer paid training, comprehensive insurance, 401k eligibility after six months, tuition reimbursement, generous PTO, and a sign-on bonus for eligible staff at the Auerbach location, with