Direct Support Professional DR

WellLife Network
New York, NY
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Direct Support Professional, you'll provide hands-on care, encouragement, and advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities and other support needs. You'll help them achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.

What You Will Do

Your core responsibilities will include personal care, daily living support, health and wellness, mobility and accessibility, behavioral and emotional support, community and social engagement, communication and advocacy, and collaboration and documentation.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We're looking for someone with a caring heart, a commitment to inclusion, and the drive to make a real difference every day. If you have patience, compassion, and dedication to empowering others, this could be the role for you.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalency diploma
  • Fluent in English for client communication
  • Valid New York State Driver's License with at least 2 years of driving experience
  • Comfort operating a large vehicle

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k retirement plan (with matching)
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
  • Personal days
  • Free and low-cost gym and wellness access and support
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