Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

YAI; Pleasantville (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Northern Westchester, including Ossining, Peekskill, Pleasantville and Yorktown Heights. DSPs support people with I/DD across homes, day services, and community activities, with full-time, part-time, morning, evening and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include supervising, implementing behavior support plans, data collection, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to promote quality of life. Join a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to meet essential physical demands as described in the job posting.
• Willingness to work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

Responsibilities

• Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities while providing emotional support and building positive relationships.
• Supports people to meet personal goals, encourages socializing, and facilitates community connections.
• Supervises and cares for individuals at all times, follows program guidelines, and ensures safety and compliance.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

YAI is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Northern Westchester, including Ossining, Peekskill, Pleasantville and Yorktown Heights. DSPs support people with I/DD across homes, day services, and community activities, with full-time, part-time, morning, evening and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include supervising, implementing behavior support plans, data collection, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to promote quality of life. Join a mission-driven organization.