Full Time Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP 1) South Ozone Park NY
Full Time
Queens, NY
Posted
Job description
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YAI empowers people with disabilities to reach their goals every day. The South Ozone Park residence will be set to open in the near future, and will be home to a group of people who have various needs. The people who will be supported on the second floor are energetic and have very charismatic personalities. Each person enjoys passive leisure activities at home, as well as going out into the community for a variety of reasons. The people who will be moving in are looking forward to working with staff who will assist them with getting familiar with their new neighborhood. The residents are also excited to work with staff who will bring YAI's mission to life- Living, Loving, Working & Learning!
Whether it’s navigating their local community, going on recreational outings, or simply washing the dishes in their residence, our employees help over 20,000 people feel successful on their own terms. Our passionate staff of 4,000 professionals believes that everyone has a fundamental right to live, love, work and learn. If you share our vision and want to help support people to live the fullest lives possible, YAI will be the right place for you.
Schedule:
Fri-Mon (Fri & Mon 7a-3p//Sat & Sun 9a-9p)
The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm for working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and a willingness to help with ADLs (assisting with showering, toileting, grooming, etc.) as necessary.
Requirements:
HS/GED required; Bachelors/Associates or some college a plus
Valid Driver's License
Work or life experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
Ability to participate in 3-5 weekdays of paid NYS Mandated OPWDD initial trainings during normal business hours upon hire
Valid Driver's License
Work or life experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
Ability to participate in 3-5 weekdays of paid NYS Mandated OPWDD initial trainings during normal business hours upon hire
Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions (provided FREE of charge by our Premier Healthcare clinic)
For more information about the YAI Network, please visit our website www.yai.org. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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