Self Directed Respite Worker

SELF DIRECTED RESPITE WORKER
Hourly, Per Diem

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shift Available: Per Diem 

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role: Provides one-on-one assistance to the individual in the home and community to enhance a variety of life skills to include social, recreational and activities of daily living. Assists the individual in identifying social, recreation and other community resources. Submits time sheets, mileage sheets, monthly expense reports, and service notes for services provided. Transports the individual to and from community activities. Teaches the individual all aspects of daily skills that pertain to the individuals valued outcomes in the community habilitation plan. Completes all training, in-service and re certification training as required.

What You Need for the Role: 

• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety guidelines. 

•  Good organizational, verbal, and written communication and interpersonal skills. 

•  Ability to navigate computers and programs. 

•  Working knowledge of OPWDD services and supports. 

•  Valid NYS Driver’s License.

What You Must Be Able to Do: 

• Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of the individuals, e.g., move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs. 

•  Must be able to lift/move/carry 20 lbs.  

•  Must be able to run after an individual, up to 500 feet.  

•  Must be able to run to a program in need, up to 500 feet.   

•  Must be able to kneel, twist, and bend.   

Why You'll Love This Job: 

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You: 

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway.
• And More: Sick time 

If You Are: 

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Family.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.