DSP

$1,000 sign-on bonus. This bonus is paid out $500 at 6-months and $500 at 12-months. Employee must be up to date with all trainings and in good standing. East End Disability Associates Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides services and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). EEDA is hiring full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our Residential Programs. EEDA's DSP provides the people supported the opportunity to increase independent living and socialization through participation in person centered planned activities within our residential program where the people we support live. Shift: Monday- Friday 7AM-3PM Location: Riverhead Hourly Rate: $20.00 Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available after 90-day orientation. 403(b) retirement plan. 18-days of paid time off (PTO). 7 NYS Paid Sick days. Paid holidays. Commitment Bonus. Referral Bonus. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Life insurance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide Day Activity support for two individuals at their residence and in the community. Assist in planning activities. Assist the people supported when needed. Including areas of self-care, independent living, and community integration. Transportation/driving agency vehicles. Attend all mandatory trainings sessions including new hire orientation, Defensive Driving, First Aid, CPR, program specific trainings, and annual trainings. Obtain SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) and AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel). Complete all necessary documentation, which includes daily records; Medication Records (if AMAP); Incident Reports, Seizure Reports and Behavioral Records when needed; and any necessary correspondence. Correspond as needed with other program staff, family members, consultant staff (e.g., BISs, RNs, Nutritionists, etc.). Any additional responsibilities for the successful operation of the program. An EOE M/F/D/V/SO