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ACLD Direct Care in Bethpage, New York
Regular Full-Time
Bethpage 807, Bethpage, NY, US
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Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Hourly
Direct Support Professional - Residential
When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support.
We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field!
In this position, you will:
· Help people supported achieve/exceed their personal goals
· Provide structure and emotional support
· Assist in resolving behavioral issues
· Help people supported with personal hygiene needs
· Complete detailed, accurate documentation
· Transport people supported to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles
We require:
· Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license
· High School diploma or equivalent
· Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required.
· Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications
· Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus
ACLD has over 50 locations throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties. We have day, afternoon, evening and overnight shifts available including weekend only shifts.
Some program/locations may have a differential in addition to the hourly rate.
Apply online at www.acld.org or call/ text 516 732-3979
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