Direct Support Professional - Pawling
About The Position
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. 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 and helping people enhance their communication skills. This is a co-ed home with 6 people in their 50's-60's. This home has a beautiful backyard for outdoor activities and a wrap around deck. This is home where they cherish their holidays and enjoy singing, dancing and arts and crafts.
Requirements
- Dependable
- Compassionate
- Enjoy helping others achieve goals and independence
Nice To Haves
- No previous experience is needed
- Already enrolled in college? Our full and part-time schedules can work around your classes.
- 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.
- Share your hobbies and interests with others
Responsibilities
- Hands-on support and instruction
- Providing transportation using our vehicles
- Assisting people in maintaining their living environment
- Preparing meals
- Administering medication
- Helping people enhance their communication skills
- Engage in recreational activities with the people you support
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 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 paid for full time: $500 after 6 months of successful employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
