Direct Support Professional - Universal

GREYSTONE PROGRAMS INC; Howland (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Sick Days

Personal Days

Vacation Time

Flex Spending Accounts

Long Term Disability

Employee Referral Bonuses

Retention Bonus

Job summary

Greystone Programs Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live their fullest life. You will provide hands-on assistance, teach life skills, and support healthcare needs in a community-based setting.

Based in a co-ed group home in Wappingers Falls, NY, the DSP role offers flexible full- and part-time schedules, weekend pay premium, and opportunities for advancement through specialized training in ABA and medication administration.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; dependable and compassionate.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions from supervisors.
• Willingness to learn ABA basics and medication administration with training.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support and instruction to clients.
• Assist with living environment, meals, and daily activities.
• Transport clients using company vehicles when needed.
• Support communication, community participation, and safety.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Dependability

Teamwork

Job description

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALWhat is a Direct Support Professional (DSP)?Our DSPs play an important role in the lives of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities who receive supports from Greystone Programs. You will engage in a variety of work activities that teach important life skills to help people enhance their independence, achieve personal goals, meet their healthcare needs, participate in life enriching activities, be active in their local community and live their fullest life possible.Typical tasks a DSP will do during the course of their shift include hands-on support and instruction, providing transportation using our vehicles, assisting people in maintaining their living environment, preparing meals, administering medication and helping people enhance their communication skills.This is a Co-Ed location located in Wappingers Falls, NY with people in their 50's-70's. It is a ranch style home. They enjoy music, crafts, spending time with family and eating out.Why should you consider a career as a DSP?A job as a DSP can put you on the path to a career as an LPN, RN, Behavior Technician, Coach, Recreation Specialist, Psychologist, Occupational/Physical Therapist, Social Worker, ABA Specialist, Manager and more.No previous experience is needed. We look for dependable, compassionate people who would enjoy helping others achieve goals and independence.We offer flexibility in work schedules. Let us help you to find a schedule that suits your life.We offer higher than average pay rates in our field with a Career Ladder in place to advance your job and pay.We pay a higher pay rate for weekend shifts.We offer specialized training in applied behavior analysis and medication administration with pay increases for successful certification.Already enrolled in college? Our full and part-time schedules can work around your classes.Retired, but looking for a meaningful way to spend your time ? Come and explore a job in direct care where you can work close to home and make your own schedule.This is a job where you can share your hobbies and interests with others and engage in recreational activities with the people you support.We offer many different opportunities to advance your skills, knowledge and career. Receive your first pay increase after just 3 months.Your community needs you! There are great people in your local area that need supports to live their best life.Our Benefit Package for Full Time includes:Medical, Dental and VisionTuition Assistance401(k) Retirement Plan with matchPaid time off – Holidays, Sick and Personal days and Vacation timeFree long term disability insuranceSupplemental coverage for unexpected medical situationsFlexible Spending AccountsFree Financial Planning AssistanceEmployee Referral BonusesEmployee recognition programs and service awardsDiscounts on personal auto and homeowner’s insuranceDiscounted fuel oil and propane program.Weekly payroll with direct deposit or pay cardRetention bonus for full time employees: $500 after 6 months of successful employment.