Bilingual Direct Support Specialist

Canaan, NY Contractor | Full Time
POSTED ON 5/18/2024

LOCATION: A convenient 30-minute commute by car to the work site.

on-site TEMPORAL HOUSING (might be available).

Schedules: Four days per week including 1 weekend day for afternoon-night or overnight shift.

Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Experience working with children and/or adolescents.
  • Ability to converse in English and Spanish
  • Must have a current, valid driver’s license
  • Must be fully COVID-vaccinated

Responsibilities

*Responsible for direct supervision and engagement of youth.
*Provide fair, consistent, and positive reinforcement for acceptable behaviors.
*Responsible for maintaining a consistently supportive and therapeutic environment.
*Participate in the treatment team process.
*Implement daily schedule including program routines.
*Assist assigned residents with specified tasks.
*Employ proper protocols and procedures as required by the agency.
*Remain on duty until properly relieved.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $45,900.00 - $46,900.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • working with children OR youth: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

  • Spanish AND English (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Canaan, NY 12029 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Canaan, NY 12029: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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