Youth Support Specialist - Evening/Night Shifts

SCO Family of Services; Deer Park (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision and Dental

403B retirement plan

Generous PTO

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Phone discounts

Job summary

SCO Family of Services in Deer Park, NY, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist youth ages 12-21 in a Community Residence. You will support daily living activities, safety, and well-being, while promoting positive development and independence.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and a compassionate attitude. Evening shifts (Sun-Thu 3pm-11pm or 11pm-7am) include benefits such as medical insurance, PTO, and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children or adolescents preferred.
• Reliable, patient and positive attitude.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with ADL routines including house jobs, room chores, wake-ups, lights-out, laundry, cooking, etc.
• Supervises individual and group activities such as trips, sports, crafts, etc.
• Upholds behavior management system, including restriction system and negotiations.
• Attends to educational, vocational, health and mental health needs.
• Models positive behavior and creates a safe, orderly environment.
• Supports the mission of the program and a caring atmosphere.

Skills

Experience with children/adolescents

Patience and empathy

Communication skills

Reliable and responsible

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SCO Family of Services in Deer Park, NY, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist youth ages 12-21 in a Community Residence. You will support daily living activities, safety, and well-being, while promoting positive development and independence.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and a compassionate attitude. Evening shifts (Sun-Thu 3pm-11pm or 11pm-7am) include benefits such as medical insurance, PTO, and retirement plan.