Direct Support Professional – Help Neighbors in Suffolk

Home Health Aide – Direct Support - HS Diploma/GED

Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER!

SALARY UP TO $17.00 - $18.00/HOUR

Work with a team that takes pride in their work!

Current opportunities in Suffolk County

ACLD is a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1300 staff and providing over 80 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER. We are looking to train positive, motivated individuals who want to do meaningful work, assisting people diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in reaching their goals. Join us and train for an entry-level career in the healthcare/education field!

We have great opportunities to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry-level career.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will:

• Help program participants achieve/exceed their personal goals.
• Provide structure and emotional support.
• Assist in resolving behavioral issues.
• Help people supported with personal hygiene.
• Complete detailed, accurate documentation.
• Transport participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles.

We require:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Clean and valid NYS Driver’s License
• Experience working with I/DD population, preferred. We will train you!
• Cooking and light housekeeping may be required.
• Experience as a Caregiver, Care Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Workers, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion a plus.
• Obtain and maintain required trainings in AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel) and SCIP (Strategies for Crises Intervention and Prevention); complete within 6 months of hire

Top Benefits | Career Paths | Tuition Reimbursement | Paid Training | Government Loan Forgiveness | Employee Recognition | Management and Colleagues Enjoy Working Together | Affordable Master’s Degree Program

Direct Support Professional, for immediate consideration, Call/Text 516-732-3979 or email jobs@ acld.org.

An EOE m/f/d/v.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road