Direct Support Professional — Empower Kids to Thrive

Suffolk Primary Health; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Job summary

Suffolk Primary Health seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work one-on-one with children in home or community settings. You will guide skill-building, support daily tasks, and promote independence through personalized plans crafted by the care team.

You will collaborate with families, provide hands-on support, and use positive reinforcement to help children reach their goals in a respectful, empowering environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with disabilities or behavioral health is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work with HCBS Coordinator and family as a team.
• Provide hands-on care and guidance to help the child build skills and achieve goals.
• Teach independence in self-care, communication, and decision-making.
• Use positive reinforcement to support behavior and growth.
• Assist with community outings, social events, and daily tasks for inclusion.
• Ensure child safety while respecting choices and promoting autonomy.
• Keep clear records of services, progress, and incidents.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Suffolk Primary Health seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work one-on-one with children in home or community settings. You will guide skill-building, support daily tasks, and promote independence through personalized plans crafted by the care team.

You will collaborate with families, provide hands-on support, and use positive reinforcement to help children reach their goals in a respectful, empowering environment.