Direct Support Professional at A-1 UNIVERSAL CARE INC | Plainview, NY, USA | Rezi

Direct Support Professional at A-1 UNIVERSAL CARE INC

Direct Support Professional

A-1 UNIVERSAL CARE INC · Plainview, NY, USA

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Direct Support Professional

A-1 UNIVERSAL CARE INC · Plainview, NY, USA

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About the Role

We are seeking responsible and reliable individuals to assist people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in our Community Programs. Your role will involve helping participants access community resources to promote independence and enhance social skills.

Responsibilities

  • Implement activities based on program's scheduled activities
  • Provide direct support to participants in their daily activities such as self care and community integration
  • Encourage social interactions and positive behavior
  • Work with individuals to promote their health and safety in the community
  • Drive agency vans (Day Habilitation only) and demonstrate safe driving practices
  • Complete program documentation daily per state and agency guidelines

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience assisting persons with IDD/Autism preferred
  • Excellent communication and written skills
  • Able to provide Direct Care assistance
  • Valid NYS Drivers License
  • Flexibility to work various hours throughout Nassau & Western Suffolk Counties

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Written skills
  • Direct Care assistance
  • Safe driving practices

Location

  • Plainview, NY 11803
  • Nassau County
  • Western Suffolk County

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Flexible evening and weekend schedules

Education Level

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

  • $18.25 - $18.25 Hourly

Benefits

  • Health, Dental & Vision insurance
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K Retirement plan
  • Paid training (F/T and P/T)

About the Company

  • Positions in all programs are available in Nassau County and Western Suffolk County.
  • Day Habilitation hours are Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM only!!