Direct Support Professional - All Programs

Living Resources Career Opportunties; United States; Remote; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Generous PTO

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Programs

Development opportunities

Growth & advancement

Job summary

Living Resources seeks Direct Support Professionals to join our Albany area teams. DSPs provide daily assistance, personal care, and support to individuals with disabilities in group homes and day programs, helping them live as independently as possible.

We offer paid training, generous PTO, comprehensive benefits including health, dental & vision, tuition reimbursement, retirement programs, and opportunities for growth within the agency.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference
• At least 18 years of age
• Flexibility to work varying hours and to support other locations
• Valid NYS Driver's license and a HS Diploma or GED
• Able to perform tasks requiring lifting, re-positioning and transferring

Responsibilities

• Direct Support Professionals support individuals in Group Homes with daily activities including personal care.
• Help individuals achieve personal goals and live as independently as possible.

Job description

Description

Join Our Team – Earn Up to $20.25 as a Fully Trained DSP!

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? At Living Resources, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll be part of a compassionate team that works hand-in-hand with families to provide exceptional care and peace of mind.

Why Choose Living Resources?

• Competitive Pay – Earn up to $20.25/hour (based on program)
• Rewarding Work – Be the reason someone thrives every day
• Growth Opportunities – We invest in your professional development
• Supportive Team Culture – Work with a team that values inclusion, innovation, mentorship, personal growth, self-determination, and collaboration

Who We’re Looking For:

• Compassionate & Kind-Hearted – You genuinely care about others
• Team Player – You thrive in a collaborative environment
• Patient & Adaptable – You can handle changing workdays with ease
• Reliable & Attentive – You’re dependable and detail-oriented
• Eager to Learn & Grow – You’re always looking to develop new skills

To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities and special needs the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally. Ask our 150+ employees who have been here more than 10 years!

Living Resources is seeking Direct Support Professionals for our Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady, Saratoga, and Warren County Group Homes, Day Programs and Community Settings.

Direct Support Professionals support individuals in our Group Homes with their daily activities, including personal care. Direct Support Professionals work closely with the individuals we support to help them achieve personal goals that allow them to live as independently as possible.

Schedule: Full-time/Part-time/Light Part-time, Various days of the week - Day, Evening and Awake/overnight shifts

Our Day Community Opportunity Programs have DSP opportunities currently. Do you want to have fun with our individuals who are independent within the community? We love to help them reach their goals by participating within the community, as well as volunteering to reach their short and long term goals. These are the only opportunities we have in Warren County.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday - 8am - 4pm

Our Site Base Day Habilitation Programs are seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals at our on-site day program settings. Educational and fun activities are done on-site and off-site in the community. There are based in Schenectady and East Greenbush.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday - 8am-4pm

Through our Community Habilitation Program, the Community Habilitation Instructor provides supports as specified in the Life Plan and Staff Action Plan to people with developmental disabilities living either at home with family, in a residential setting, or independently in the community.

Schedule: Part-time preferred/can build caseload up to Full-time hours, Various days of the week - Day, Afternoon & Evenings shifts

Requirements

• Passionate about making a difference
• At least 18 years of age
• Have flexibility to work varying hours and to support other locations
• Have a Valid NYS Driver's license and a HS Diploma or GED
• Must be able to perform all tasks which require lifting, re-positioning and transferring without restriction

As a Living Resources employee, you can expect:

• Paid Training
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Benefits package including Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Programs
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Growth and advancement opportunities within the agency