What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Cerebral Palsy of Westchester?
About us
Cerebral Palsy of Westchester provides services to children and adults with all developmental disabilities including Autism, neurological impairments, intellectual disabilities, epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Our mission is to ensure that children and adults with disabilities receive needed services and enjoy activities regardless of the level of their ability.
Job Description:
As a Direct Support Professional you will be providing personal care (feeding, changing, toileting and caring) and recreation for our participants. Since the residential program is a 24/7, individuals will need to be able to work evenings, overnights, and weekends in order to qualify for any of the positions.
Requirements:
- A High School Diploma is required.
- College degree is preferred.
- Experience working with the Developmentally Disabled Population
- *Valid NYS Driver's License
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- White Plains, NY 10605 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- White Plains, NY 10605: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20