Day Services Project Fame

Greystone Programs•City of Poughkeepsie, NY

7h•$19 - $21

About The Position

What is a Direct Support Professional (DSP)? Our DSPs play an important role in the lives of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities who receive supports from Greystone Programs. You will engage in a variety of work activities that teach important life skills to help people enhance their independence, achieve personal goals, meet their healthcare needs, participate in life-enriching activities, be active in their local community and live their fullest life possible. No previous experience is needed. We look for dependable, compassionate people who would enjoy helping others achieve goals and independence. This is a job where you can share your hobbies and interests with others and engage in recreational activities with the people you support. Typical tasks a DSP will do during the course of their shift include hands-on support and instruction, providing transportation using our vehicles, assisting people in maintaining their living environment, preparing meals, administering medication, using our computer systems to document the work you do and helping people enhance their communication skills. Full Time position shared with a residential home. Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm. Why should you consider a career as a DSP? We offer a formal Career Ladder to advance your job and pay. Receive your first promotion and pay increase after just 3 months. We pay a higher pay rate for weekend shifts and Holidays. A job as a DSP can put you on the path to a career as an LPN, RN, Behavior Technician, Coach, Recreation Specialist, Psychologist, Occupational/Physical Therapist, Social Worker, ABA Specialist, Registered Behavior Specialist, Manager and more We offer specialized training in applied behavior analysis and medication administration with pay increases for successful certification. We can help you go back to college with Tuition Assistance paid up front to your school or discounts through our Marist partnership. Retired, but looking for a meaningful way to spend your time? Come and explore a job in direct care where you can work close to home and make your own schedule. Your community needs you! There are great people in your local area that need supports to live their best life. Our Benefit Package for Full Time includes: Medical, Dental and Vision 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match Tuition Assistance Paid time off – Holidays, Sick and Personal days and Vacation time Free long term disability insurance Supplemental coverage for unexpected medical situations Flexible Spending Accounts Free Financial Planning Assistance Employee Referral Bonuses Employee recognition programs and service awards Discounts on personal auto and homeowner’s insurance Discounted fuel oil and propane program. Weekly payroll with direct deposit or pay card Retention Bonus of $500 paid at 6 months of successful employment for full time employees

Responsibilities

hands-on support and instruction
providing transportation using our vehicles
assisting people in maintaining their living environment
preparing meals
administering medication
using our computer systems to document the work you do
helping people enhance their communication skills

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
Tuition Assistance
Paid time off – Holidays, Sick and Personal days and Vacation time
Free long term disability insurance
Supplemental coverage for unexpected medical situations
Flexible Spending Accounts
Free Financial Planning Assistance
Employee Referral Bonuses
Employee recognition programs and service awards
Discounts on personal auto and homeowner’s insurance
Discounted fuel oil and propane program
Weekly payroll with direct deposit or pay card
Retention Bonus of $500 paid at 6 months of successful employment for full time employees