Compassionate Direct Support Professional

YAI - Seeing beyond disability; Village of Tarrytown (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI - Seeing beyond disability seeks compassionate direct support professionals for daytime habilitation programs in Tarrytown, NY. You will assist individuals with daily living activities, provide emotional support, and help implement individualized plans in a structured setting.

The role requires patience, strong communication, and the ability to work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Training is provided; typical schedule is weekdays, 8:00 am–4:00 pm.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to meet essential physical demands including frequent walking, standing, lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Effective written and oral communication for documentation and billing.
• Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD with patience and compassion.
• Basic computer skills including email and Workday/DA systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to maximize strengths, interests and abilities.
• Provide personal care and assist with ADLs (bathing, dressing, toileting) and meals.
• Ensure health, safety, and supervision per program guidelines and BSPs/IPOPs.
• Monitor and document behavioral data; report changes to leadership.
• Assist with transportation, shopping, and community activities as needed.
• Collaborate with team to ensure quality, person-centered care.

Skills

Communication

Patience & empathy

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Crisis intervention (SCIP-R)

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Experience with I/DD

Job description

YAI - Seeing beyond disability seeks compassionate direct support professionals for daytime habilitation programs in Tarrytown, NY. You will assist individuals with daily living activities, provide emotional support, and help implement individualized plans in a structured setting.

The role requires patience, strong communication, and the ability to work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Training is provided; typical schedule is weekdays, 8:00 am–4:00 pm.