Direct Support Professional DSP 1 - Bayside, Queens

YAI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement with employer match

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

YAI in Bayside, Queens is hiring a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate, hands-on care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping with daily living activities, health and safety, and community participation.

The role offers flexible schedules (full-time or part-time), hourly pay of $16.50–$18.00, and benefits including medical and dental plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, 403(b) with employer match, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; relevant I/DD experience is a plus.
• DSP1 requires less experience; DSP2 may require 1–2 years in I/DD field.
• Valid NY Driver’s License may be required depending on position.
• Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services, including counseling, ADLs, personal care, and other needs.
• Ensure health, safety, and wellness of the people we support.
• Support intimate care functions and build positive relationships.
• Participate in treatment plan development and crisis intervention.
• Complete mandatory trainings and maintain required documentation.
• Facilitate community integration and socialization; train team as needed.

Skills

Direct care

ADLs training

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About the Position

Direct Support Professional in Queens locations. The ideal candidate possesses a wide range of skills and is eager to promote YAI’s mission of supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services as needed, including counseling, training in ADLs, assistance with personal care, medical, dietary, social, sexual, recreational, financial, habilitative and other needs.
• Ensure the health, safety, and wellness of the people we support.
• Support with intimate care functions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships.
• Participate in development of treatment plans.
• Perform crisis intervention and management.
• Complete mandatory trainings (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.) and apply skills.
• Meet, demonstrate, and model OPWDD Core Competencies.
• Assist clients in maximizing strengths, interests, and abilities through teaching, self‑advocacy, and emotional support.
• Facilitate community integration, recreational activities, and socialization.
• Complete documentation to ensure compliance and billing.
• Train/present to a team.
• Take on additional tasks outside of basic DSP work or other job‑related tasks as needed.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory for DSP 1; at least 1‑2 years of experience required for DSP 2.
• Valid NY State Driver’s License may be required depending on the position.
• Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions.

Location

• Bayside, Queens (Bayside IRA)

Schedule

• Full‑time, part‑time, weekday and/or weekend positions available – including morning, evening, and overnight schedules.

Benefits

• DailyPay available – work today, get paid today.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical and dental insurance with options for family and more extensive plans, as well as vision (for full‑time positions).
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• 403(b) retirement with employer match.
• Life insurance and long‑term disability.
• Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more.

Compensation

• $16.50/hour to $18.00/hour (depending on experience).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.