Direct Care Provider

Braverhood; Medford (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,755,200; Full time

Job summary

Braverhood in New York is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to assist children and young adults with developmental disabilities and medical/mental health challenges. Positions are available in both home and community settings, with flexible part‑time and full‑time schedules.

You will work closely with a team to help clients achieve personal goals, document progress, and follow all regulations. A BA is required, along with reliable transport and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• BA required.
• Experience with the special needs community—outreach in the community is preferred.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license are required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have a work permit.
• DSP online training will be completed after hire.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment to help individuals reach personal goals.
• Collaborate with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action.
• Document services and client progress daily and monthly.
• Provide support in home and community settings for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training once a year.
• Submit paperwork and monthly summaries on time.
• Follow all agency and OPWDD regulations.

Skills

Accountability & Commitment

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Job description

DSP (Direct Support Professional) – Braverhood

Join our Passionate Team of Providers! We’re creating a world where no one faces obstacles alone. Instead, parents and families are embraced by a supportive and caring community, empowered to care for their loved ones, and liberated to create the best possible life. If you are an individual passionate about helping children and young adults with developmental disabilities and medical + mental health challenges, we encourage you to apply!

Braverhood is looking to hire part‑time and full‑time DSPs (Direct Support Professionals) to provide support for individuals both in the home and within the community.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (e.g., social interactions and activities of daily living).
• Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action.
• Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis.
• Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities in the home and within the community.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training once a year.
• Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time.
• Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations.

Qualifications

• ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMMITMENT are a must for this position.
• BACHELOR OF ARTS degree (BA) required.
• Experience with the special needs community—preferably with children or young adults—by taking them out in the community and helping them to integrate into society, including communication and social skills.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Drivers license and vehicle required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have a work permit.
• Once hired, an online DSP training course must be completed.
• Must be able to show up to work on time.

Dress code: Casual—come as you are, but please dress appropriately and respectfully.