Direct Support Professional

Job Description Job Description Our organization is in search of Direct Support Professionals that are dedicated to helping others. These professionals are going to be responding to the unique needs of our clients by delivering a high standard of quality services and individualized programs. Currently we have locations throughout Suffolk County. Full Time, Part Time, and Perdiem schedules available. Responsibilities: Performs personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, feeding, and ambulation, medical monitoring, and health care related tasks. Provides direct care to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Fosters positive relationships between caretakers and individuals served. Ensures client safety and maintaining a safe environment. Reminds and assists clients with self-administration of medications (with proper training). Encourages self-help activities. Reports changes in client’s condition or family situation to administrators and supervisors. Documents services provided. Performs home management functions such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning. Plans meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving food/meals, feeding and clean-up. Accompanies clients to scheduled appointments and transports clients or running errands for clients. Assists with toileting, including bedpans, urinals, and commode chairs as necessary. Other duties as assigned.

Location: Centereach, NY, US

Posted Date: 6/30/2025