Direct Support Professional - Beacon, NY - Starting at $20.25/hr
About The Position
Ability Beyond is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support adults with intellectual, developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs in residential and community settings. The role helps individuals build life skills, achieve personal goals, and stay active in their communities. Work includes providing hands-on support to individuals with medical and light behavioral needs in a 14-bed medically frail group home, with locations across Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess counties. Paid training is provided; prior experience is not required. The position offers guaranteed set full-time schedules on first, second, or third shifts, including weekend schedules. Pay is $20.25 to $20.75 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to support others.
- Willingness to learn; no prior experience is required. Paid training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on support to individuals with medical and light behavioral needs in a 14-bed medically frail group home.
- Assist adults with disabilities with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, hygiene, dressing, mobility, and personal care.
- Support individuals with bathing, toileting, medication reminders, meal planning, budgeting, communication, and independent living skills.
- Transport individuals to medical appointments, errands, community outings, and recreational activities.
- Encourage participation in volunteer opportunities, fitness programs, Special Olympics, sporting events, crafts, and other community-based activities.
- Use positive behavior reinforcement strategies and de-escalation techniques when needed.
- Assist with goal planning, progress tracking, socialization, and skill development in support of individualized care plans.
- Collaborate with nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and other clinical professionals to provide comprehensive care.
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical documentation of daily case notes, services, progress, and activities.
Benefits
- Paid training and accredited certification programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
- Paid time off that increases with tenure.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) loan forgiveness eligibility.
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health and wellness support.
- Career growth, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities.
- Flexible schedules and overtime opportunities in select programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
