Make a Difference Every Day as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) ??
Location: Riverhead & Calverton, NY
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Salary: $20.00 Hr.
$1,000 sign-on bonus!!
Are you passionate about helping others live their best lives? Do you believe in the power of compassion, respect, and community? At EEDA, our Direct Support Professionals are everyday heroes who empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live independently, confidently, and joyfully.
What You'll Do:
- Support the people we support in gaining life skills, social connections, and confidence — both in the community and at the program site.
- Encourage independence and empower people to reach their personal goals
- Help with planning and participating in fun, person-centered activities
- Assist the people supported when needed. Including areas of self-care, independent living, and community integration.
- Transport individuals using agency vehicles
- Complete important documentation and work collaboratively with team members and families
- Obtain certifications like SCIP and AMAP
- Attend all required paid trainings to keep your skills sharp. Training include New Hire Orientation, Defensive Driving, First Aid, CPR, program specific trainings, and annual trainings.
Benefits You’ll Love:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 403(b) retirement plan – plan for your future
- 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off) + 7 NYS sick days – because rest matters
- Paid holidays
- Commitment & Referral Bonuses – we reward dedication - $1,000 commitment bonus!!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – wellness support when you need it
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and at least one year of driving experience required.
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