Direct Support Professional

Exciting Opportunities Available!

Full Time, Part Time - Evening & Weekends. Overnight shifts. Per Diem Available as well.

Weekend shift differential available from Friday at 11pm through Monday at 7am (+.75).

Overnight shift differential available for overnight shifts from 11pm - 7am (+1.00).

Maryhaven's mission is to enrich the lives of people with special needs. We provide support with compassion in our residential, day habilitation, and vocational services while promoting individuality and integration.

As a part of our team, you will make a real difference working with adults with special needs. We offer specialized training, educational assistance, growth opportunity, and moreeverything you need to succeed!

Job Summary:

Promotes a warm nurturing environment in which to live while supervising each resident in the development of social, recreation, ADL and independent living skills and overall community integration.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

NYS Driver's License (Required)

Job Responsibilities:

Ensures residents are appropriately supervised.

Communicates resident needs to immediate supervisor.

Communicates maintenance/household needs to immediate supervisor.

Implements individuals program plan and schedule as specified and accurately completes corresponding data.

Maintains working knowledge of resident and house issues on an ongoing basis.

Ensures appropriate sanitary practices are followed (i.e., disinfects bathrooms, tubs).

Monitors compliance with individual dietary regime incorporating resident choice.

Leads and participates in recreational activities, community outings and activities of daily living. Assists in developing recreation schedule.

Transports residents, and other driving as requested by immediate supervisor.

Completes necessary documentation in a timely fashion (data sheets, log entries, etc.).

Follows agency and program policies, procedures, and guidelines.

We offer the following benefits:

Paid Training

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Referral program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

PAID TRAINING

Career growth opportunities

Work Location: In person

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or requirements. The employer reserves the right to make changes to the job description as needed.

Required qualifications:

Legally authorized to work in the United States

At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher

Valid driver's license

Full-Time