Full Time Direct Support Professional DSP2 - Woodside NY

Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I / DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person's home, in their family's home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community.

Qualifications and Requirements :

• High School Diploma or GED
• Work or life experience in the I / DD field is a plus but not mandatory
• Ability to complete three to five weekdays of paid New York State-mandated OPWDD training during normal business hours
• Tuberculosis (TB) testing is mandatory for most positions (and is provided free of charge by our partnership with CityMD)

Schedule :

Mon - Fri 7 am - 3 pm

Benefits :

Compensation : $18.31 / hour to $18.31 / hour

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.