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Why DDI?

Superior Training | Gain Valuable Experience | a Rewarding Career

Tired of just doing a meaningless job? Need some solid career experience?

For over five decades, DDI has been creating everyday miracles for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

Today, DDI is a multi-site agency serving over 1,500 children and adults in 5 campuses in Smithtown, Huntington, Medford, Riverhead and Ronkonkoma. We have many entry level direct care opportunities in our Children’s Residential Program in Smithtown providing superior training. In this role you will:

• Teach and assist children in all activities of daily living including cooking, house cleaning, laundry, leading a healthy lifestyle, shopping, budgeting, maintaining appropriate behavior, and community integration
• Complete all required trainings, and participate in Peer Mentoring Program, in-service workshops, and recertification trainings as required
• Help build relationships, and maintain relationships with family and friends
• Follow individuals daily activity/classroom schedule, implementing all formal goals and protocols of individuals
• Accompany individuals on medical appointments, jobs, and community activities, if applicable.
• Possess knowledge and accurate implementation of Emergency Procedures

Qualifications:

• High School/Equivalency diploma
• Some college preferred
• Experience working with developmentally disabled adults a plus
• Valid NYS driver’s license required 2+ years

Opportunities for advanced training, continuing education, and tuition assistance allow DDI staff to grow in their careers. A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance helps to ensure a good quality of life for staff and their families.

Whether you are new to the human services field, or are unsure of what type of job at DDI is right for you, we welcome you to explore our employment opportunities. A career might be waiting for you! Apply online at www.ddiny.org or email a resume to jobs@ddiinfo.org. An EOE.