Direct Support Professional (DSP) Staten Island

Shema Kolainu - Hear Our Voices; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Weekday, evening, weekend shifts

Job summary

Shema Kolainu - Hear Our Voices seeks Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental disabilities in homes and communities under OPWDD Community Habilitation and Respite programs.

Responsibilities include developing daily living skills, promoting community participation, and documenting ISP progress, while encouraging self-advocacy and independence in a respectful setting.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Reliability and patience essential for home/community settings.
• Ability to work independently and travel within NYC.
• College coursework in Human Services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in developing daily living skills (e.g., cooking, hygiene, money management, transportation).
• Promote community integration through participation in recreational, educational, and vocational activities.
• Implement ISPs and document progress toward personal goals.
• Encourage self-advocacy and independence while respecting preferences and choices.
• Provide supervision and relief to family caregivers during respite periods.
• Maintain a structured and safe environment during respite periods in home or community settings.
• Ensure individuals' health and safety at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Reliable

18+ years old

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Community Habilitation & Respite

Location:

Staten Island

Schedule:

Saturday and Sunday 6 hours each day.

Program:

OPWDD - Community Habilitation (ComHab) and Respite Services

Reports To:

Program Coordinator / Supervisor

Job Description:

We are seeking compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide individualized services to people with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities under the OPWDD Community Habilitation and Respite programs. The DSP supports individuals in achieving personal goals, enhancing independence, and participating in meaningful daily activities.

Responsibilities:

Community Habilitation (ComHab):

• Support individuals in developing daily living skills (e.g., cooking, hygiene, money management, transportation).
• Promote community integration by assisting individuals with participation in recreational, educational, and vocational activities.
• Implement individualized service plans (ISPs) and document progress toward personal goals.
• Encourage self-advocacy and independence while respecting the individual's preferences and choices.

Respite Services:

• Provide supervision and relief to family caregivers by engaging the individual in safe, supportive, and appropriate activities.
• Maintain a structured and safe environment during respite periods, whether in-home or in the community.
• Ensure individuals' health and safety at all times.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Reliable, patient, and able to work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel within NYC and work in various home/community settings.

Requirements:

• Ability to pass background checks (fingerprinting, SCR, SEL).
• Completion of required training (agency-provided training).
• Must adhere to OPWDD and agency policies and procedures.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Flexible, full-time, and part-time hours - ideal for students or those seeking supplemental income.
• Weekday, evening, and weekend shifts are available.
• Competitive hourly rate. (Respite $17, Comhab $20)