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About the Role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) plays an integral role in the lives of the people we support by providing direct assistance in all aspects of daily living. This role enables the greatest level of independence possible and the best quality of life for individuals. Tasks may include personal care, hygiene, housekeeping, laundry, cooking, medication management, appointment assistance, and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

Directly responsible for specific assigned groups and individuals.
Implement and collect data for daily and weekly programs as assigned by supervisor.
Assist with clerical work.
Carry out daily schedules as developed and planned.
Implement weekly and daily programs to assist individuals in attaining their goals.
Document individual progress in both increase and decrease programs daily, including collecting and graphing data.
Participate in behavior analysis training program.
Supervise and transport consumers from home to day program and back.
Return agency vehicles in clean condition.
Drive consumers on all planned trips.

Requirements

HS/GED required.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to drive the agency van required.
No prior experience needed; paid training provided.
Suitable for applicants with resume gaps or those re-entering the workforce.
Good job for individuals new to the workforce or returning with limited experience.
Open to applicants without a college diploma.

Skills

Behavioral interventions
Data collection
Graphing data
Driving

Location

Cortlandt Manor, NY

Work Type

Full-time
Part-time

Experience Level

Entry-level
Limited experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

$1500 Sign-on bonus for new full-time employees ($750 on completion of 3 months, $750 on completion of 6 months)

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
Education Incentives
Life Insurance/AD&D
403B Plans
Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Time for eligible employees

About the Company

Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Offers educational, vocational, and life skills programs.
Provides parent training, recreational activities, and crisis intervention.
Vision: To be a regional leader in advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through innovative instruction and support grounded in applied behavior analysis and person-centered practices.
Mission: Advancing opportunities for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices that strengthen skills, promote autonomy, and support meaningful participation in their communities.
Seeks employees who are energetic, creative, and caring.
Fosters independence, integration, individualization, and productivity while enhancing the quality of lives for those served.
Goal is to enable each individual to reach their maximum potential in the least restrictive environment.
Promotes educational practices grounded in research and science, particularly Applied Behavior Analysis.
Assists individuals in identifying and realizing their goals.

Equal Opportunity

A 'Fair Chance' job (employer follows Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks).