About DDI

With nearly 65 years of service, DDI provides a full continuum of care -- from early intervention to residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs -- for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. DDI is driven by a dedicated staff and a belief in every individual's potential.

Our Purpose

We help children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities experience personal growth and fulfillment.

Our Core Values

Integrity: We adhere to moral and ethical principles

Dignity: We treat each other as being worthy of honor and respect

Compassion: We act with caring and kindness

Teamwork: We work together to achieve common goals

Shift: 8 am - 3 pm or 8:30 am - 3:30 pm 

Salary: $19.89 - $23.87/hr

What you'll do at DDI:  Works with students at job sites to train students to work in competitive employment or participate in volunteer opportunities. Works on improving all skills necessary for students to be successful in vocational experiences, in-house or in the community.  Examples include travel training, work site skills instruction, behavior management, communication and social skills. Responsible for overseeing the assigned in-house jobs and all other applicable documentation for caseload. Completes site books and completes all required data, attendance and paperwork. Assists with other student work assignments if needed. Participates in quarterly and team meetings for students they are assigned. Ensures the completion of tasks/duties assigned to the students by the jobsite supervisor. Must be able to follow policies and procedures consistent with both DDI and the community worksite.   Acts as a liaison with the student’s jobsite supervisor while building natural supports at the workplace.   Assists with building wide duties, such as bus duty. Familiar with and acts in accordance with all policies and procedures in the CDP Handbook for Staff. Must take and pass all required trainings within time expectations. Must maintain an orderly and safe clerical area to use with students.  What you bring to DDI:  High School Diploma required. Must possess one year experience and expertise in instructing and managing behaviors of individuals with autism and/or developmental disabilities. Must be able to work independently, while following programmatic guidelines. Must have or obtain a NYS teaching or teaching assistant certification within 6 months in this position.   What you must be able to do: Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of the children i.e. move/push tables and other heavy objects up to 20 lbs Must be able to lift/move 20 lbs (mats) Must be able to run after student up to 500 feet Must be able to run to a classroom in need up to 500 feet Must be able to kneel, twist and bend Must be able to respond to fire alarms What DDI can offer you:

 

The ability to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we support Generous paid time off Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance 403(b) retirement plan Tuition reimbursement and more! 

DDI 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. We are people inspired by purpose.