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Part-Time Recreation Specialist/DSP(Direct Support Professional)

The Center for Developmental Disabilities, Inc
Massapequa, NY Part Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025 CLOSED ON 12/21/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Recreation Specialist/DSP(Direct Support Professional) position at The Center for Developmental Disabilities, Inc?

We provide a robust benefit package and a $2,000 Sign-On Bonus.

This position qualifies for rate differentials, the pay range with the differentials added is $21.50 per hour to $24.75 per hour.

Schedule: Part-Time Friday & Saturday 2pm - 10pm

The Center’s mission is to help children and adults with differing abilities achieve their dreams. We do this by offering programs that support people with disabilities 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 and innovation, embraced within a community based upon respect, kindness and open communication.

Center for Developmental Disabilities Values:

  • Everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
  • People are supported to reach their unique and maximum potential.
  • Individual choices are encouraged and incorporated into everyday life.

At the Center, we embrace diverse voices and value the seen and unseen qualities that make each person unique. We are committed to the advocacy for people with disabilities through the creation of a community based upon full inclusion and equity. Our commitment to DEI learning facilitates opportunities and growth for our employees so that the people we support may thrive.

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 Driver’s License.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, lift 50 lbs.

Social Media:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheCenterforDevelopmentalDisabilites/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thecenterfordd/?hl=en

We provide a robust benefit package and a $2,000 Sign-On Bonus.

An employee's salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.50 - $24.75 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Safety equipment provided
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25

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