Direct Support Professional - Carmel, NY - Starting at $20.25/hr

Ability Beyond; Town of Carmel (NY); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid training and accredited certs

Medical, dental, vision, and pet ins.

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement plan and PSLF loan

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth and leadership programs

Flexible schedules and overtime in to-

Inclusive workplace with DEI&B

Résumé du poste

Ability Beyond is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Carmel, NY to assist adults with diverse needs in residential and community settings. The role focuses on building life skills, independence, and active community participation within a supportive team.

You will work fulltime with guaranteed set schedules across various shifts, including weekends, and receive paid training along with extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to learn; paid training provided.
• Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to support others.

Responsabilités

• Provide hands-on support for individuals in a medically frail group home.
• Assist with daily living activities including cooking, cleaning, hygiene, dressing, mobility, and personal care.
• Support medication reminders, meal planning, budgeting, communication, and independent living skills.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments, errands, community outings, and activities.
• Encourage participation in community programs and events.
• Apply positive behavior reinforcement and de-escalation techniques as needed.
• Assist with goal planning, progress tracking, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily notes and services.

Connaissances

Compassionate

Dependable

Motivated to support others

Willingness to learn

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Direct Support Professional - Carmel, NY

Pay Rate: $20.25 to $20.75 per hour

Locations: Multiple programs across Westchester County, Putnam County, and Dutchess County

Schedule: Guaranteed set fulltime schedules available including first, second, and third shifts, as well as weekends.

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day

At Ability Beyond, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. As a Direct Care Professional, you will support adults with intellectual, developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs in both residential and community settings. You will play an important role in helping individuals build life skills, achieve personal goals, and remain active in their communities while being part of a supportive and mission driven team.

What You Will Do

• Provided hands‑on support for individuals with medical and light behavioral needs in a 14‑bed medically frail group home
• Assisted adults with disabilities with daily living activities including cooking, cleaning, hygiene, dressing, mobility, and personal care
• Supported individuals with bathing, toileting, medication reminders, meal planning, budgeting, communication, and independent living skills
• Provided transportation to medical appointments, errands, community outings, and recreational activities
• Encouraged participation in volunteer opportunities, fitness programs, Special Olympics, sporting events, crafts, and other community‑based activities
• Implemented positive behavior reinforcement strategies and utilized de‑escalation techniques when needed
• Assisted with goal planning, progress tracking, socialization, and skill development to support individualized care plans
• Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team including nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and other clinical professionals to provide comprehensive care
• Maintained accurate electronic and physical documentation of daily case notes, services provided, progress, and activities

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to learn with no prior experience required. Paid training is provided
• Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to support others

Why You Will Love This Role

This is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to make a real difference. You will help individuals gain confidence, build independence, and live meaningful lives while growing your own career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Perks and Benefits

• Paid training and accredited certification programs
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Generous paid time off that increases with tenure
• 403(b) retirement plan and PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health and wellness support
• Career growth, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities
• Flexible schedules and overtime opportunities in select programs
• An inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

See the Impact Firsthand

Watch a day in the life at Ability Beyond: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro

Ability Beyond is committed toproviding equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, ensuring that no individual is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.