Direct Support Professional Dsp 1 - Astoria, Queens

Young Adult Institute Inc

Astoria, New York, United States
Base: $16.50 to $18.00 ph; bonus/equity: not speci...
Part-time (saturday & sunday, 7 am - 3 pm)
Provide direct care services to i/dd individuals
Ensure health safety and wellness of clients
Complete mandatory trainings like cpr and amap
Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Astoria, Queens, to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves providing direct care, support with daily living skills, and promoting community integration, with a focus on enhancing the lives of those supported by YAI

Job Summary

  • The position supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities.
  • Responsibilities include providing counseling, training in ADLs, assisting with personal care, and managing crisis intervention.
  • Benefits include DailyPay availability, tuition reimbursement, medical and dental insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.

Matching Summary

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Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Astoria, Queens, to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves providing direct care, support with daily living skills, and promoting community integration, with a focus on enhancing the lives of those supported by YAI.

Salary

Base: $16.50 to $18.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 403(b), DailyPay

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Provide direct care services to I/DD individuals
  • Ensure health safety and wellness of clients
  • Complete mandatory trainings like CPR and AMAP

Nice-to-have

  • Creative problem solving for life challenges
  • Building positive relationships with diverse ages
  • Experience in the I/DD field preferred

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Valid NY State Driver's License may be required
  • Mandatory Tuberculosis test for most positions

Work Rights

Not specified

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