Direct Support Professional

Westchester Jewish Community Services; Town of Mamaroneck (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 29,618; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Disability and life insurance

403(b) plan

Ongoing professional training

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Westchester Jewish Community Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Mamaroneck, NY. Responsibilities include promoting independence, administering medications, and ensuring safety. Full-time and part-time positions are available with hourly rates of $19.00-$21.50. Benefits include generous paid time off, health insurance, a 403(b) plan, and professional development opportunities. Join us in making a meaningful impact within the community.

Qualifications

• Engagement in lifting and moving tasks.
• Willingness to participate in mandatory training programs.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized assistance to promote independence.
• Administer assigned medications responsibly.
• Ensure well-being and safety in community residence.
• Observe and report health concerns and incidents.
• Uphold the rights and dignity of individuals supported.

Skills

Assistance and support

Medication administration

Observational skills

Physical activity engagement

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) in making a meaningful impact on the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will play a crucial role in facilitating the development of basic living and social skills, with the primary goal of integrating our residents into the community to the best of their abilities.

We are offering full‑time, part‑time, and per diem positions across our network of community residences in Westchester County, with hourly rates ranging from $19.00 – $21.50.

Responsibilities

• Providing personalized assistance and support that promote independence and active participation in daily living.
• Administering medications responsibly as assigned.
• Ensuring the well‑being and safety in all aspects of the community residence.
• Observing and reporting any health concerns, incidents and signs of abuse promptly and appropriately.
• Upholding the human rights and dignity of the people you support.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license for over two years is preferred.
• Ability to engage in tasks such as lifting, moving, and other physical activities.
• Willingness to participate in, pass and maintain certification of WJCS required training programs, including Medication Administration, SCIP, CPR/First Aid, Driving the Van, and other mandatory training as identified by OPWDD.

What WJCS has to offer you (24+ hours per week shift)

• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending account (FSA) and a generous healthcare reimbursement arrangement (HRA).
• Disability and life insurance.
• 403(b) plan and an agency‑paid pension plan.
• On‑going professional training and development.
• Employee assistance program.
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives.
• Tuition, day‑care, and personal emergency reimbursements.

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER