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Direct Support Professional - Wiccopee / 38 hours weekly - Wednesday 2p-10p, Thursday 2p-10p, Friday 2p-10p, Saturday 8a-10p

The Arc Mid-Hudson • Putnam Valley, NY 10579 • Posted 30+ days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $18.44-$20.29/hr • Entry Level

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The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential setting and within the community. This role is based at Wiccopee House in Putnam Valley, NY, a beautiful home located near hiking trails, local stores, and restaurants. The position involves working with a diverse group of individuals, offering unique care to each person, and includes opportunities for music, arts, and crafts engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
  • Work in a residential setting and within the community.
  • Offer unique care to each individual living at Wiccopee House.
  • Engage in music, arts, and crafts activities with the residents.

Qualifications

Required

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Acceptable NYS Driver's License
  • Basic computer skills

Preferred

  • Post-high-school education in Human Services

Full Job Description

Direct Support Professional - Wiccopee / 38 hours weekly - Wednesday 2p-10p, Thursday 2p-10p, Friday 2p-10p, Saturday 8a-10p

Overview

Requisition Number:

5215

Date Posted:

1/29/2024

Location:

Wiccopee House

City:

Putnam Valley

Category:

Direct Support

Description

TheDirect Support Professional (DSP)provides support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential setting and within the community.

Wiccopee House is located in the town of Putnam Valley, NY, which is known for its beautiful hiking trails. The house is also located minutes from Mohegan Lake, Peekskill, Cortland Manor, and Yorktown, enabling access to local stores and restaurants for everyone to enjoy. This gorgeous home has 7 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms that are currently occupied by 3 women and 5 men. The level of care for the folks living here is unique to each individual, which provides a nice variety for those working here in this home. Here at Wiccopee House we have come to be known within the agency, as well as in the community, for our collective love and passion for not only music, but for singing karaoke. If you have a love for helping people, a passion for arts and crafts, happen to be a lover of music, and have a genuine desire to make a difference- we encourage you to come join us here at The Wiccopee House!

A high school diploma or GED is desired. Post-high-school education in Human Services is a definite plus. An acceptable NYS driver's license and basic computer knowledge are a must. An informative, paid new hire orientation is provided in a comfortable learning environment. Training will also include Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration certification.

HOURS: 38 hours weekly - Wednesday 2p-10, Thursday 2p-10, Friday 2p-10p, Saturday 8a-10p

Starting Salary: $18.44 - $20.29 per hour with additional shift differentials as applicable

Minimum Requirements

+ High School Diploma or GED is preferred

+ Acceptable NYS Driver's License

+ Computer skills