DSP Direct Support Professional - Bronx Day Habilitation Center

QSAC, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off 24 days annually

13 holidays and birthday off

Group Life Insurance and Long Term Dis

Flexible Spending Accounts

Defensive Driving pay incentive

403(b) Retirement with Employer Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

QSAC is a New York nonprofit providing person‑centered services to autistic individuals and their families. This DSP role supports people in the Day Habilitation program with independence, relationships, and community integration, following individualized treatment plans.

The position offers weekday shifts from early morning to late afternoon, with a starting pay of $18.00 per hour. A high school diploma or GED and experience with ID/DD are preferred, plus a NYS driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• NYS Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Home Health Aide experience is a plus.
• Putting People First, Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, Demonstrating Professionalism, Supporting Health and Safety, and Helping Individuals to be Active and Productive.

Responsibilities

• Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships.
• Promote and protect health, safety and emotional well‑being.
• Honor person‑centered supports and individual preferences.
• Support self‑directed living in partnership with others.
• Implement and adhere to established treatment plans.
• Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed.

Skills

Experience with ID/DD

Driver's license

People-first approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

DSP Direct Support Professional - Bronx Day Habilitation Center

"Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!”

Job Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP), such as a Group Leader or Habilitation Specialist, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Day Habilitation program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community through recreational outings and volunteer training opportunities. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times.

The salary range for this position is $18.00 an hour.

Shift Information: Early Morning to Late Afternoon, Weekdays Only.

Provide Safety & Support

• Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships
• Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals
• Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals
• Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives
• Implement and adhere to established treatment plans
• Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed

Administrative & Company Policies

• Maintain all required certifications
• May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.)
• Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately

Physical Demands

• Ability to run, when needed
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weightsand 20 lb items

Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• NYS Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Home Health Aide experience is a plus
• Putting People First
• Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships
• Demonstrating Professionalism
• Supporting Good Health and Safety
• Support Individuals to be Active and Productive in Society

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for full time staff)
• Medical can be as low as $6 dollars per paycheck( for full time staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually
• 13 holidays and birthday off (for full time staff)
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for full time staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for full time staff)
• Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving)
• 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match (for FT staff)
• Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

*This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

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