DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL- RESPITE (Hamburg)

PeopleInc; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Dental & Vision insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) with match

Career growth

Supportive team

Job summary

PeopleInc is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide supervision and support for children and young adults in our respite program after school from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, helping with activities and community outings.

You will encourage social skills and independence while building positive relationships with families. The position offers paid training, competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others and making a difference.
• Patient, caring and dependable.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license that meets agency policy.
• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to meet physical requirements (standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing).
• Lifting requirement of 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support for children and young adults after school or work during the hours of 2p-6p.
• Help with activities, games, crafts, and community outings.
• Encourage social skills, independence and confidence.
• Build positive relationships with children and their families.

Skills

Patience

Caring

Dependable

18+ years old

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on July 23, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Hamburg, NY, USA

• DIRECT SUPPORT - RESPITE
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: DIREC029257

Description

Rate of pay: $19 per hour ( Upon successful completion of a 6-month provisionary period, the hourly rate will increase to $20/hr.)
Schedule: Part-Time Afterschool Hours

As a Direct Support Professional working in our respite program, you’ll work with children and young adults with developmental disabilities in a fun, supportive environment while providing families with trusted care and support. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with children and young adults, staying active and making a difference.

What you’ll do:

• Provide supervision and support for children and young adults after school or work during the hours of 2p-6p.
• Help with activities, games, crafts, and community outings
• Encourage social skills, independence and confidence.
• Build positive relationships with children and their families.

What you bring:

• A passion for helping others and making a difference
• Are patient, caring, and dependable
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a valid driver’s license that meets agency policy
• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Experience is a plus but not required
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position when performing the following: standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling and climbing.
• Lifting requirement of 35 lbs.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Paid training (no prior experience required)
• Dentaland vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Opportunities for career growth within the organization
• Supportive team environment that values your contributions

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