Direct Support Professional- PT Overnight
Company: ACLD
Location: Bethpage
Posted on: January 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Direct Support Professional -
Residential Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families
came together in 1957 to find services for their children with
developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading
not-for-profit agency employing 1200 staff and providing over 70
program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens
and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the
freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and
accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people
who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of
the amazing people we support. We have great opportunities for
positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting
assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental
disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get
in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the
healthcare/education field! In this position, you will: · Help
residents achieve/exceed their personal goals · Provide structure
and emotional support · Assist in resolving behavioral issues ·
Help people supported with personal hygiene needs · Complete
detailed, accurate documentation · Transport program participants
to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using
Agency vehicles We require: · Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license ·
High School diploma or equivalent · Some experience working with
the intellectually and developmentally disabled population
preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be
required. · Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of
hire) and SCIP certifications · Prior experience as Caregiver, Care
Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care
Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus
ACLD was awarded National Accreditation by The Council on Quality
and Leadership (CQL). Apply online at www.acld.org or just email to
jobs@acld.org. An EOE m/f/d/v Thu/ Fri 12am - 10 am, Sat 12am - 8
am 28
Keywords: ACLD, West New York , Direct Support Professional- PT Overnight, Social Services , Bethpage, New Jersey
