Direct Support Professional / DSP / Day Habilitation Center - Melville

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc.; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

PTO 24 days annual

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) Retirement plan

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

QSAC is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Melville, NY for Day Habilitation. The DSP role supports individuals, follows treatment plans, and promotes independence through community activities.

Shift is Early Morning to Late Afternoon, weekdays. Salary is $18.00 per hour. Qualifications include NYS driver's license and a high school diploma or GED; experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is preferred. QSAC offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• NYS driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals to develop and maintain relationships.
• Promote health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals.
• Honor person-centered supports and reflect preferences, culture and strengths.
• Work with others to support individuals to lead self-directed lives.
• Implement and adhere to established treatment plans.
• Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed.

Skills

Disability support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYS Driver's License

Job description

Direct Support Professional / DSP / Day Habilitation Center - Melville

Job Category: Direct Support

Requisition Number: DIREC008446

• Posted : August 24, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Melville, NY 11747, USA

Description

"Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!”

Job Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP), such as a Group Leader or Habilitation Specialist, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Day Habilitation program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community through recreational outings and volunteer training opportunities. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times.

The salary range for this position is $18.00 an hour.

Shift Information: Early Morning to Late Afternoon, Weekdays Only.

Provide Safety & Support

• Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships
• Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals
• Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals
• Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives
• Implement and adhere to established treatment plans
• Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed

Administrative & Company Policies

• Maintain all required certifications
• May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.)
• Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately

Physical Demands

• Ability to run, when needed
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weightsand 20 lb items

Education/Qualifications

• NYS Drivers License
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• NYS Valid driver’s license and a good driving record

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Competitive salary – Dependent on work experience & valid Driver’s License
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
• Medical can be as low as $10 dollars per paycheck /( for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving)
• 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

*This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Preferred

Driver's License

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