Direct Support Professional/Miller Place/DSP/Day Habilitation - Miller Place
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Healthcare
Community Health, Mental Health
Job Category: Direct Support
Requisition Number: DIREC
007446
Posted: October 2, 2024
Position Type: Full-Time
LocationsShowing 1 location
Melville, NY 11747, USA
Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!
Job Summary
The Direct Support Professional (DSP), such as a Group Leader or Habilitation Specialist, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Day Habilitation program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community through recreational outings and volunteer training opportunities. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times.
The salary range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 an hour.
The hours for this position is 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Monday-Friday. A van run would start at Miller Place, go to our Melville Day Habilitation Center and return at the end of the day at Miller Place.
Shift Information:
Early Morning to Late Afternoon, Weekdays Only.
- Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships
- Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals
- Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals
- Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives
- Implement and adhere to established treatment plans
- Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed
- Commitment to company values and adherence to policies
- Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics
- Maintain all required certifications
- May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.)
- Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately
- Ability to run, when needed
- Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights and 20 lb items
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record is highly preferred
QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.
Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.
- Competitive salary – Dependent on work experience & valid Driver’s License
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
- Medical can be as low as $10 dollars per paycheck ( for FT staff)
- Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually
- Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
- Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving)
- 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff)
- Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.
Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.
* This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.
QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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