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Helen Keller National Center for Deaf Blind Youths and Adults Direct Support Professional in Wantagh, New York
Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired or have combined hearing and vision loss. HKS serves the New York City/Long Island area from its new headquarters in dynamic downtown Brooklyn and the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth and Adults of Sands Point, New York, which has a network of regional offices that extends HKS’ reach across the United States.
We currently have an exciting career opportunity available to join the HKS team as a Direct Support Professional in our Residential Program in Wantagh. We are hiring for PT Weekend positions.
$3000 Sign on Bonus after completing six months of employment
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Supervise and positively interact with the consumers following all residential habilitation plans
Encourage residents to participate in meal planning, activity scheduling and in creating an environment of their choice.
Provide consumers with community integration opportunities.
Direct consumers in their personal routine; assist/do laundry, provide first aid, prepare meals utilizing provided menus.
give consumers positive reinforcement as appropriate
Maintain complete and accurate daily records and communication logs
Conduct and document fire drills
Maintain the order, safety, cleanliness of the residence including the outdoor areas.
Attend staff meetings and/or trainings that are required
Provide medical oversight including medication administration under the supervision of the nursing staff
Transport consumers to day program and appointments as necessary
Interact with parents and professionals from outside Agencies
Other duties may be assigned
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Required)
Experience working with the developmentally disabled knowledge of OPWDD regulations (Preferred)
Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Valid NYS Driver's License (Required)
CPR Certification (Required)
AMAP Certification (Required)
SCIP-R certification (Required)
At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Medical Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403b plan w/employer match
Career advancement opportunities
SUPPLEMENTAL PAY TYPES:
- Signing bonus
SCHEDULE:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Night shift
Part-Time
Full-Time
SALARY: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
ABILITY TO COMMUTE/RELOCATE:
Wantagh, NY: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)
Helen Keller Services is an equal opportunity employer.