Direct Support Professional (DSP) Suffolk County

Braverhood; Medford (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid training

Meaningful, rewarding work

Job summary

Braverhood is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support in clients' homes and in the community. You will help individuals achieve personal goals and foster communication, socialization, and independence.

This part-time role offers flexible weekday and weekend schedules, paid training, and Paid Time Off, with a focus on meaningful, rewarding work and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with special needs preferred.
• Experience with children or young adults preferred.
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required.
• Reliable transportation.
• U.S. Citizenship or valid work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support in the home and community.
• Help individuals achieve personal goals.
• Encourage communication, socialization, and independence.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Document services and progress.
• Follow agency and OPWDD requirements.

Skills

Special needs experience

Child/young adult experience

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Punctual

US work authorization

Job description

DSP (Direct Support Professional) Braverhood

Part-Time for Weekdays and/or Weekends

What We Offer

• Flexible schedules
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid training
• Meaningful, rewarding work

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support in the home and community
• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Encourage communication, socialization, and independence
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Document services and progress
• Follow agency and OPWDD requirements

Requirements

• Experience working with individuals with special needs preferred
• Experience with children or young adults preferred
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle REQUIRED
• Reliable transportation
• Dependable, accountable, and punctual
• U.S. Citizen or valid work authorization
• Complete required paid DSP training after hire

Dress Code: Casual, appropriate, and respectful.

If you’re compassionate, reliable, and passionate about helping others thrive, join the Braverhood team!

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