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** Habilitation Specialist / DSP ( Day Hab - Floral Park)**
**Job Category****:** Direct Support **Requisition Number****:** HABIL02022 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
**Mission**
QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.
**Job Summary**
The Direct Support Professional (DSP), such as a Group Leader or Habilitation Specialist, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSACs Day Habilitation program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community through recreational outings and volunteer training opportunities. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times.
**Shift Information: Early Morning to Late Afternoon, Weekdays Only.**
**Provide Safety & Support**
* Ensure health, safety and welfare of individuals
* Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individuals and their families
* Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships
* Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals
* Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals
* Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives
* Implement and adhere to established treatment plans
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed
**Administrative & Company Policies**
* Commitment to company values and adherence to policies
* Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics
* Maintain all required certifications
* May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.s Office etc.)
* Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management
**Physical Demands**
* Ability to run, when needed
* Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights and 20 lb items
**Education/Qualifications**
* High School Diploma or GED
* Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
* Valid drivers license and good driving record is highly preferred
**Exemplifies DSP Competencies**
* Putting People First
* Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships
* Demonstrating Professionalism
* Supporting Good Health and Safety
* Support Individuals to be Active and Productive in Society
**Benefits**
Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.
* Competitive salary Up to $17 an hour, dependent on work experience & valid Drivers License
* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
* Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)
* Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 20+ days annually
* Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
* Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
* Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving)
* Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
* 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match
* Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA
* Opportunities for career advancement
* Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.
* We adhere to all strict COVID guidelines at all of our programs and sites. To ensure the health and safety of our staff, we offer the COVID vaccine for all employees free of charge.
Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.
*This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.
QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
**Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.**
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