Direct Support Professional — Flexible 12-Hour Shifts

Brightway Living & Learning; Shirley (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Brightway Living and Learning seeks a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to help individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will assist with daily living activities, transport, and community engagement while promoting independence.

This role requires a NYS Driver's License and involves working full-time with weekend shifts; new hires may start at the base rate if criteria are not met. Join a mission-driven team offering meaningful, long-term impact.

Qualifications

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient.
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
• A good communicator and team player.
• Passionate about making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support with personal care, meal preparation, transportation, and community outings.
• Foster independence by helping individuals develop life skills and make choices.
• Promote social inclusion by supporting participation in community activities.
• Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating empathy and patience.
• Collaborate effectively with a supportive team of DSPs, supervisors, and families.

Skills

Empathetic

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Team player

Patient

Job description

Brightway Living and Learning seeks a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to help individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will assist with daily living activities, transport, and community engagement while promoting independence.

This role requires a NYS Driver's License and involves working full-time with weekend shifts; new hires may start at the base rate if criteria are not met. Join a mission-driven team offering meaningful, long-term impact.