Direct Support Professional - Day Services - Auburn

Mozaic; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 24,686 - 25,719; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work Today, Get Paid Today

Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

20 Paid Vacation Days

8 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Comprehensive Training and Certification Programs

Wellness Incentives

Job summary

A community support organization based in Auburn is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide essential support to individuals with disabilities. This role involves following care plans, administering medications, and offering emotional support while empowering individuals to achieve greater independence. Applicants need a high school diploma and experience in developmental disabilities. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $17.92-$18.67 per hour, along with generous benefits including vacation, insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with disabilities to live safe, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
• Follow individualized care plans and administer medications as required.
• Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and case managers.

Skills

Experience with developmental disabilities

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in human services or related field

Job description

Many People... One Strong Community... Join Our Growing Team!

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact? Mozaic (a chapter of The Arc) is seeking Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, Health Aides, CNAs, and Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with disabilities in our Day Services programs. This role focuses on daytime support in non‑residential settings, where you'll help individuals build skills, increase independence, and actively engage with their communities in purposeful and enriching ways.

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities to live safe, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
You will follow individualized care plans, administer medications as required, and adhere to established policies and guidelines to ensure high‑quality care. Working collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and case managers, you will help provide well‑rounded, person‑centered support. Most importantly, you will offer encouragement, emotional support, and advocacy—empowering individuals to build confidence, develop independence, and thrive within their community.

Direct Support Professional Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimally one-year experience working with people with developmental disabilities or an associate degree in human services or related field is required
• Valid Driver's License is required

Location: 1521 Clark Street Road, Auburn

Direct Support Professional Hours: Monday - Friday, 8AM - 3PM

Pay Rate: $17.92-18.67 /hr. + based on experience!

Direct Support Professional Benefits Include:

• Work Today, Get Paid Today
• Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 20 Paid Vacation Days and 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical & Dependent Care
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Pet Insurance
• Pre-Paid Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Comprehensive Training and Certification Programs
• Wellness Incentives

Why Choose Mozaic?

Mozaic is a not-for-profit organization based in the Finger Lakes Region, specializing in providing services and residential facilities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a prominent advocate for supporting and improving the lives of over 2,000 individuals with disabilities in our area.

Mozaic is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disabled Employer