DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

What is a Direct Support Professional (DSP)?

Our DSPs play an important role in the lives of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities who receive supports from Greystone Programs. You will engage in a variety of work activities that teach important life skills to help people enhance their independence, achieve personal goals, meet their healthcare needs, participate in life-enriching activities, be active in their local community and live their fullest life possible.

No previous experience is needed. We look for dependable, compassionate people who would enjoy helping others achieve goals and independence.

This is a job where you can share your hobbies and interests with others and engage in recreational activities with the people you support.

Typical tasks a DSP will do during the course of their shift include hands-on support and instruction, providing transportation using our vehicles, assisting people in maintaining their living environment, preparing meals, administering medication, using our computer systems to document the work you do and helping people enhance their communication skills.

Why should you consider a career as a DSP?

• We offer a formal Career Ladder toadvance your job and pay. Receive your first promotion and pay increase after just 3 months.
• We pay a higher pay rate for weekend shifts and Holidays.
• A job as a DSP can put you on the path to a career as an LPN, RN, Behavior Technician, Coach, Recreation Specialist, Psychologist, Occupational/Physical Therapist, Social Worker, ABA Specialist, Registered Behavior Specialist, Manager and more.

· We offer full-time (30 hrs+), part-time, per diem work schedules. Let us help you to find a schedule that suits your life. 1st Shift – mornings/days, 2nd Shift - afternoon/evening, 3rd Shift - overnight

• We offer specialized training in applied behavior analysis and medication administration with pay increases for successful certification.
• We can help you go back to college with Tuition Assistance paid up front to your school or discounts through our Marist partnership.
• Retired, but looking for a meaningful way to spend your time? Come and explore a job in direct care where you can work close to home and make your own schedule.
• Your community needs you! There are great people in your local area that need supports to live their best life.

Our Benefit Package for Full Time includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid time off – Holidays, Sick and Personal days and Vacation time
• Free $50,000 life insurance policy
• Free long term disability insurance
• Supplemental coverage for unexpected medical situations
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Financial Planning Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee recognition programs and service awards
• Discounts on personal auto and homeowner’s insurance
• Discounted fuel oil and propane program.
• Weekly payroll with direct deposit or pay card

Retention Bonus of $500 paid after 6 mos of successful employment

Plus earn up to $1,500 more in NYS Healthcare Workers Bonus

Salary: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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