Direct Support Professional

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays

Job summary

A leading disability services organization in New York City is hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in a safe environment. The role offers a salary of $19/hour and includes flexible scheduling along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and generous paid time off. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and prior experience in direct services. Join the team for a rewarding career in social services.

Qualifications

• Experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred.
• Certifications AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR & First Aid are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation services as prescribed in client’s service plans.
• Assist clients in skill development for daily living.
• Administer medication to clients as assigned with supervision.
• Ensure nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet.

Skills

Direct care skills

Habilitation services

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associates Degree

Job description

Position Overview

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations. Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best life in a safe environment. Join our team to start your career in social services while learning from the best experts in the field. S:US offers flexible scheduling, 1199 union benefits, and boasts a 10‑percent internal promotion rate organization‑wide.

Minimum Salary: $19.00/hr, Maximum Salary: $19.00/hr. Overtime is eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in that client’s service plans (CFA, Individual Service plan, Habilitation plan)
• Assist each client, as needed, in skill development in areas such as activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation and socialization
• With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication to clients as assigned and in compliance with management, medical and nursing policies and procedures
• Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet, and assist with feeding as necessary
• Report immediately any observed/known deficiencies or own inability in providing habilitation services to clients, as well as all types of abuse and other facility problems, including physical plant/safety issues to management

Benefits Overview

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short‑and‑Long‑Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required, Associates Degree preferred
• One year’s experience providing direct services to developmentally disabled persons preferred
• Preferred Certifications: AMAP, SCIP‑R, CPR & First Aid

Keywords

Direct service professional, counselor, residential counselor, direct care counselor, habilitation specialist, human services, social services, social worker, case manager, health services, developmental disabilities, mental health behavioral health, OPWDD.

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [e-mail].

Work Location

In Person

Application ID

2025-17555