The Guild for Exceptional Children and Adults is HIRING FULLTIME AND PART TIME Driver STAFF. VALID DRIVERS LICENSE REQURIED for residential homes and day programs in Bay Ridge Brooklyn to work with adults with intellectual and physical disabilities.

Job Responsibilities: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS (DSP)

Assist in the day-to-day provision of activities of daily living, as well as active programming, according to the Individuals program plans.

• Promotes and protects the Individuals civil and personal rights as well as help to maintain the Individuals' state of well being, both physical and emotional as outlined in the program plans, and applicable regulations.
• Ensures the safety of the Individuals, co-workers, and self through the appropriate use of universal precautions, personal protective equipment, appropriate lifting, and other techniques.

Applicants DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS (DSP) must be willing and able to complete and acquire the following certifications:

• Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP)
• Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP)
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Applicants DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS (DSP) should be able to:

• Assist with transferring, lifting and providing physical intervention to developmentally disabled Individuals.
• Exhibit patience and sensitivity to Individuals with developmental disabilities who may exhibit challenging behaviors, i.e. verbal, physical and emotional outbursts.
• Accompany Individuals on community outings, assisting with transportation as assigned including driving an agency vehicle if you possess a driver's license.
• Assist Individuals with activities of daily living, such as toileting, showering, and feeding.

Minimum qualifications/requirements for Direct Support Prof. (DSP) DRIVER REQUIRED

High School Diploma or GED

Applicants must be able to lift 50 or more lbs.

No additional experience required.

Salary Range With Education:

DRIVERS REQUIRED - Valid Drivers License. Willing to learn to drive a passenger van!!!

Applicants must be available for one (1) week of training Monday to Friday during day hours.

COME JOIN US AND WORK WITH ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES!

Position under the bargaining unit, UNION.

Fulltime positions come with Full Fringe Benefits.

GEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.30 - $17.80 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person