DSP - Direct Support Professional - Monroe
About The Position
Direct Support Professionals (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 location has a fenced in yard were 6 young men in their 20's to 30's reside. They enjoy music, arts and crafts and family.
Requirements
- Must have a valid NYS Driver's License
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
- Experience in a residential setting
Responsibilities
- Hands-on support and instruction
- Providing transportation using company vehicles
- Assisting people in maintaining their living environment
- Preparing meals
- Administering medication
- Helping people enhance their communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance options
- Paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Free financial planning assistance
- Exclusive employee discounts on insurance, fuel, and more
- Employee referral bonuses
- Service awards & recognition programs
- Free NYS Driver’s Safety Course
- Retention bonus ($500 paid after 6 months of successful employment for Full Time employees)
- Tuition assistance up to $2,000 per year
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) course
- Medication Administration Certification (AMAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
