DSP - Weekends

The-Arc-Rocklan; Valley Cottage (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1000

Job summary

The Arc Rockland in Valley Cottage, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with disabilities on Saturdays and Sundays. You will help implement programs and provide compassionate care in a home setting.

Duties include maintaining the living environment, administering medications as prescribed, transporting individuals to appointments and day programs, and supporting participation in recreation and social activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/TASC preferred; three years' related experience may be accepted in lieu of education.
• Must pass First Aid Certification Course.
• Driver's license with at least two years of driving experience meeting agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement programs and provide care to individuals with disabilities.
• Maintain the home environment and administer medications as directed.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and day programs.
• Support recreation and social activities with individuals served.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

First Aid Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED/TASC

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

• Location 210 Route 303,Valley Cottage, NY, 10989,United States
• Base Pay $19.62 / Hour
• Job Category Direct Care, Social Services, Non-Profit

Direct Support Professional - CONGERS, NY

Days : Saturday and Sunday

Shifts: 7:00am to 3:00pm and 3:00am to 11:00pm

*Up to $1000 in sign-on bonuses available- Earn $500 after 6 months of full-time employment and an additional $500 after 9 months of full-time employment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for implementing programs as well as providing care to individuals with disabilities. Additionally, is responsible for maintaining the physical environment of the home, administering medications and transporting individuals to medical appointments and day programs as well as participating in recreation and/or social activities with individuals served.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED/TASC preferred. In lieu of education, three years' related experience may be accepted.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSAs): Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English. Good oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritize assignments and delegate responsibility. Must attend and pass First Aid Certification Course.

• Driver's License with at least two years of driving experience which meets agency requirements
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred

The Arc Rockland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Arc Rockland strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, providing everyone with an equal opportunity to thrive. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of all of our employees - a workplace where every employee is able to bring their whole self to work.