Direct Support Specialist ( DSP)

Clinical Staffing Resources New York
Brooklyn, NY, US
$21-$23 an hour
Full-time
Part-time

Job description

DSP (Direct Support Professional) Sunshine Care Network

Join our Team of Sunshine Care Network Providers! We believe that no parent or child should stand alone. Instead, parents and families are enhanced by our Caring team of supporters, skilled to care for those that need a helping hand.

If you are an individual passionate about helping children and young adults with developmental disabilities and medical + mental health challenges, we encourage you to apply! Give us a Call today 718-669-7373 Laura and Tiana are available to assist you NOW

Sunshine Care Network is looking to hire part time and full-time DSP (Direct Support Professional) in the Long Island, NY area to provide support for individuals both in the home and within the community

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (i.e.social interactions and other activities of daily living)

Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly or as needed to meet the goals and follow the plans of action

Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis

Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities in the home and within the community

Attend mandatory staff meeting and training once a year

Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time

Adhere to all agency regulations

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Experience with the special needs community - preferably with children or young adults -by taking them out in the community and helping them to integrate into society by helping them with communication and social skills

Reliable& Insured Transportation is required

Drivers license and vehicle are REQUIRED!!

Must be a U.S Citizen or have a work permit

Once hired, our DSP training course must be completed

Must be able to show up to work on time

Dress code : Casual - dress appropriately for the activity planned and respectfully.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Pay : $21-23 per hour

Expected hours : After school hours and weekends

Benefits :

  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Health, Vision and Dental

Schedule :

  • Monday to Friday Afternoons
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s) :

  • This position is mainly for after school and weekends. Are you available to work then?
  • Do you have access to a vehicle to drive to the required location for this position?

Education :

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience :

Caregiving : 1 year (Required)

Language :

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location : In person

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