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Employment Specialist

DDI Brand
Smithtown, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026

About DDI

With nearly 65 years of service, DDI provides a full continuum of care -- from early intervention to residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs -- for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. DDI is driven by a dedicated staff and a belief in every individual's potential.

Our Purpose

We help children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities experience personal growth and fulfillment.

Our Core Values

Integrity: We adhere to moral and ethical principles

Dignity: We treat each other as being worthy of honor and respect

Compassion: We act with caring and kindness

Teamwork: We work together to achieve common goals

Salary: $22.00 - $24.20/hour 

Shifts Available: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

What you'll do at DDI: 

  • Plan and schedule activities, job development, work schedules and service plans for assigned caseload.
  • Employment training services and training/work site supervision in individual and group settings.
  • Provide accurate and timely data collection – goal, protocols, outings, behavioral data, progress notes, trip logs and case files for assigned individuals.
  • Develop vocational training sites, assist with job development and prevailing wage assessments.
  • Work with employers, consumers and families/collaterals to develop appropriate vocational related programming for individuals.
  • Development of task analyses and training programs that includes the transition to other intensive or extended vocational services.
  • Complete all required trainings/certifications, participate in Peer Mentoring Program, in-service workshops, and recertification trainings as required.
  • Participate in team meetings as scheduled and staff meetings.
  • Obtain AMAP certification and administer medications under the supervision of assigned nursing staff if required.
  • Complete incident reports as per 624 Regulations and SCIP-R reports as necessary.
  • Provide accurate implementation of Emergency Procedures.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of all OPWDD and DDI policy and procedures as they pertain to individuals supported, and documentation of such.
  • Provide protective oversight and advocacy.
  • Ensure that vehicles are clean and problems are written down and addressed through the Program Manager.

What you bring to DDI: 

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • One year of experience working with individuals with ID/DD
  • Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and guidelines.
  • Must have automobile, good driving record and approved to drive for DDI.

What DDI can offer you:

  • The ability to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we support
  • Generous paid time off
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement and more! 

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose. 

Salary : $22 - $24

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