Rec Specialist/Direct Support Professional

Center for Developmental Disabilities, Inc.; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 61,606,000 - 70,202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition & certification assistance

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Center for Developmental Disabilities, Inc. is seeking a Recreation Specialist/DSP to organize and implement engaging recreational activities and provide consistent support aligned with our Core Competencies.

The role operates Sunday through Thursday from 2pm to 10pm, at our location in New York. Qualified candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED, AMAP/SCIP certifications, and a valid NYS Driver's License; ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• AMAP certification required.
• SCIP certification required.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Must be able to sit, stand, lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize recreational activities for individuals.
• Ensure support aligns with Center policies and core competencies.
• Participate in trainings to better support individuals.

Skills

AMAP certification

SCIP certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

NYS Driver's License

Job description

We provide a robust benefit package and a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus. This position qualifies for rate differentials, the pay range with the differentials added is $21.50 per hour to $24.50 per hour. Looking for purpose in what you do? The Center is the perfect place for you! At the Center, our mission is to help children and adults with differing abilities achieve their dreams. We do this by offering programs that support individuals to live, work, learn, and enjoy recreational opportunities in the community of their choice. Our vision is to support people through teams that are dedicated to the achievement of excellence, innovation, embraced within a community based upon respect, kindness, and open communication. We are proud to foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging workplace where every voice is valued. We are committed to the advocacy for people with disabilities through the creation of a community based upon full equity and inclusion.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 2pm - 10pm

Some Job Responsibilities:

• It is the responsibility of the Recreation Specialist/DSP to organize and plan recreational activities.
• It is the responsibility of the Recreation Specialist/DSP to ensure that all individuals at their site receive support that is consistent with Support with Dignity and the Core Competencies.
• It is the responsibility of the Rec/DSP to participate in trainings that will help them better understand and support those they work with.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GEDComplete and maintain AMAP and SCIP certification, as per the Center's policy.
• Valid NYS Drivers License Required.
• Must be able to sit, stand, lift 50 lbs.

Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheCenterforDevelopmentalDisabilites/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecenterfordd/?hl=en

What we offer:

• Generous PTO Package(36 weeks)
• 14 paid holidays
• 403(b) retirement planwith employer contributions & matching
• Paid training & career development
• $5,000 per year for tuition & certification assistance
• Medical, dental, vision+ 24/7 virtual care
• Career growth:80% of our roles are filled through internal promotions
• NADSP credentialingwith up to $3,250 in rewards

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