Direct Support Pro - Day Hab & Community Living (PT)

Cantalician Center; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cantalician Center is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for Day Habilitation. This part-time role offers 22.5 hours per week, with shifts 7am–2:30pm, at locations including Amherst, Buffalo, Kenmore and West Seneca.

You will support adults with developmental disabilities, promote independent living skills, and help participants engage with community activities. Requires HS diploma; valid NY driver’s license and reliable vehicle; First Aid/CPR and defensive driving upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1 year health & human services experience preferred.
• Valid New York State driver’s license in good standing, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
• First Aid, CPR, UKERU, and Defensive Driving upon hire are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to adults with developmental disabilities in the Day Hab program.
• Promote independent living skills and social relationships.
• Assist with activities such as cooking, cleaning, and community safety.

Skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Independent work

Written & oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Behavioral techniques knowledge

Computer skills

First Aid

CPR

UKERU

Defensive Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year health & human services experience

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Habilitation Part-time

Job Category: Community & Day Services

Requisition Number: DIREC001498

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• Posted : September 25, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour - $20.00 per hour

Part-time, 22.50 hours per week; program hours Monday - Friday 7am - 2:30pm

Locations: Amherst, Buffalo, Kenmore & West Seneca

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Direct Support professional (DSP) provides support to adults with developmental disabilities by promoting independent skills and building social relationships through a variety of experiences. In our "Day Hab without Walls" program, a strong focus is placed on volunteerism and giving back to the WNY region, while also exploring all the community has to offer. DSP's working in our Certified Day Hab site will promote independent living skills such a cooking, cleaning, community safety and self preservation.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Possess good time management skills
• Ability and desire to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work independently in the community with a group of individuals receiving services
• Moderate level of written and oral communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of behavioral techniques and developmental disabilities to assist in the care of individuals receiving services
• Knowledge of computer and ability to utilize various software programs
• Successful completion of First Aid, CPR, UKERU, and Defensive Driving upon hire is required.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Preferred: One year pertinent experience in health and human service related field and experience with individuals with disabilities

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent

Valid New York State Driver’s License in good standing, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.

Posting Keywords: DSP, Direct Support Professional, Human Services, Day habilitation, Community Based, Disabilities, Social Work, Counseling

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