Have the flexibility of creating your own monthly schedule and work from 16 to 40 hours a week.
YAI is hiring compassionate and reliable people looking to grow in the field of healthcare and human services. The Direct Support Professional is an entry-level position joining an interdisciplinary team of Registered Nurses, Healthcare Specialists, Behavior Intervention Specialists, and Residential Managers to support people with various intellectual and developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will enjoy helping people achieve their fullest life possible and are willing to support them in daily activities that prevent them from being self-sufficient, including assisting in emotional support and counseling, crisis intervention, home health care, vocational education, and communal living resources. All job-specific knowledge, strategies, and skills are provided as paid training through YAI’s Training and Development Department.
Opportunities available at multiple locations:
(Nassau County) Williston Park, Hicksville, Old Bethpage, Levittown, Seaford, Port Washington, Manhasset, Glen Cove
(Suffolk County) South Huntington, Centereach, Dix Hills, Commack, Wheatly Heights, Deer Park, Bay Shore, or Central Islip
Shifts:
Morning (6:30am- 2:30pm)
Evening (2:30pm-10:30pm)
Overnight (10:30pm-6:30am)
Key Responsibilities:
- Building Positive relationships
- Maintaining a therapeutic environment through a variety of methods: Personal Outcome Measures, Person-Centered Thinking, Informed Decision Making
- Ensuring person-centered plans are implemented
- Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing
- Using foundational Teaching skills (EMOE, Task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.)
- Ensuring health, wellness and safety by managing crisis situations and providing appropriate supervision of the people we support
- Demonstrating a willingness to assist people with ADLs
- Transporting and escorting people we support on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, etc.
- Adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations
- Using effective communication skills & time management skills
- Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support)
- Completing mandatory training based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills
- Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies
Requirements :
- High School Diploma or equivalency required; Continued education in psychology, social work, art therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, or disability services strongly preferred.
- Fluent English reading, writing, speaking, computer skills necessary to record observations and monitor development.
- Ability to participate inn5 days of paid NYS Mandated OPWDD initial training during normal business hours upon hire.
- Tuberculosis test mandatory prior to the start date.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Willing to take initiative
- Willingness to assist people in achieving their greatest level of independent functioning in the areas of personal grooming and hygiene, budgeting, communication, and socialization
Benefits Include:
- Bonus Pay
- Flexible schedule
- Employee assistance program
- Growth-oriented work environment
- Extensive clinical and practical paid skills training
- Tuition Reimbursement for Part-time and Full-time employees
- 100% employer-paid premium for employee Medical/Dental Coverage for full-time employees
- Retirement Plan with matching contributions for full-time employees
- Discounts on wireless service, gym memberships, & more.
About YAI:
YAI is a leading health and human service agency supporting people with intellectual & developmental disabilities and their families. Our mission is to help others achieve the fullest life possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working, and learning. Founded in 1957 as Young Adult Institute, YAI remains at the forefront of an extraordinary movement aimed at empowering people with disabilities. Today we run over 300 programs and are the largest organization dedicated to the intellectual and developmental disabilities community in the New York Metropolitan area.
YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
- Signing bonus
COVID-19 considerations:
To keep staff and the people we support safe, YAI follows all COVID safety guidelines outlined by OPWDD.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
Work Location: One location
Source: Indeed.com
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