Direct Support Professional FRIDAY-MONDAY 3PM-11PM

Direct Support Professional FRIDAY-MONDAY 3PM-11PM Job Category : Residential Requisition Number : DIREC001246 Posted: May 7, 2026 Full-Time On-site Rate: $19.25 USD per hour Locations Showing 1 location Ridge, NY 11961, USA Pay or shift range: $19.25 USD to $20 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Description General Statement of Duties: A Direct Support Professional works collaboratively with the Support Team to enhance the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by promoting their health, safety and well-being. A Direct Support Professional serves as a caring and understanding advocate for and with the people they support by assisting them with communicating their needs and accomplishing their goals. This role is a meaningful start in many career paths providing skill and training in various areas. Responsibilities Works closely to teach and assist in self-care maintenance up to and including cooking, household and program site skills, travel, social support, and personal hygiene assistance for individuals supported by AHRC Suffolk. Receive and remain up to date on all safe driving courses to safely assist in driving to and from activities, appointments or any needed transportation destinations. Provides assistance and oversight while working on goals and accurately complete documentation and billing for personal goals developed by the individual supported via electronic health records (EHR). Plans and participates in recreational activities based upon the needs of the program site. Receive and remain up to date on all trainings to administer medication safely and in conformance with state regulations and specific training including maintenance of medical records. (Residential Department only) Other duties may include, but are not limited to, site maintenance, shopping, and oversight of the facility. May be required to assist in the lifting and/or transferring of individuals supported by AHRC Suffolk. Receive and remain up to date on all HIPAA trainings while also maintaining confidential information regarding the person supported and their family. Receives and remains up to date on training for safety and universal precautions. Exhibits care, consideration and professionalism while encouraging an independent and fulfilling lifestyle. Performs all other duties as requested by supervisor. Qualifications Education Preferred High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYSARC INC - SUFFOLK ASSOCIATION FOR HRC