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Rec Specialist​/Direct Support Professional

Job in Plainview, Nassau County, New York, 11803, USA
Listing for: Center for Developmental Disabilities, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-22
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Community Support Services, Community Health, Rehabilitation
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21.5 - 24.5 USD Hourly USD 21.50 24.50 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We provide a robust benefit package and a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus. This position qualifies for rate differentials, the pay range with the differentials added is $21.50 per hour to $24.50 per hour. Looking for purpose in what you do? The Center is the perfect place for you! At the Center, our mission is to help children and adults with differing abilities achieve their dreams.

We do this by offering programs that support individuals to live, work, learn, and enjoy recreational opportunities in the community of their choice. Our vision is to support people through teams that are dedicated to the achievement of excellence, innovation, embraced within a community based upon respect, kindness, and open communication. We are proud to foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging workplace where every voice is valued.

We are committed to the advocacy for people with disabilities through the creation of a community based upon full equity and inclusion.

Schedule:

Sunday
- Thursday 2pm - 10pm

Some

Job Responsibilities:
  • It is the responsibility of the Recreation Specialist/DSP to organize and plan recreational activities.
  • It is the responsibility of the Recreation Specialist/DSP to ensure that all individuals at their site receive support that is consistent with Support with Dignity and the Core Competencies.
  • It is the responsibility of the Rec/DSP to participate in trainings that will help them better understand and support those they work with.
Job Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma/GED Complete and maintain AMAP and SCIP certification, as per the Center's policy.
  • Valid NYS Drivers License Required.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, lift 50 lbs.
Social Media:

Facebook
- Instagram -

What we offer:
  • Generous PTO Package(36 weeks)
  • 14 paid holidays
  • 403(b) retirement planwith employer contributions & matching
  • Paid training & career development
  • $5,000 per year for tuition & certification assistance
  • Medical, dental, vision+ 24/7 virtual care
  • Career growth:80% of our roles are filled through internal promotions
  • NADSP credentialing with up to $3,250 in rewards

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