Direct Support Professional: Flexible Part-Time with PTO

Braverhood; Dix Hills (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid training

Meaningful, rewarding work

Job summary

Braverhood is seeking a DSP (Direct Support Professional) in Dix Hills, NY to provide one-on-one support in the home and community. The role emphasizes helping individuals achieve personal goals, encourage communication, socialization, and independence, and documenting progress.

The position offers $18–$20 per hour, part-time hours with weekday and/or weekend options, paid training, and PTO. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and U.S. work authorization are required.

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.
• Dependable, accountable, and punctual.
• U.S. Citizen or valid work authorization.
• Complete required paid DSP training after hire.

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

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Braverhood is seeking a DSP (Direct Support Professional) in Dix Hills, NY to provide one-on-one support in the home and community. The role emphasizes helping individuals achieve personal goals, encourage communication, socialization, and independence, and documenting progress.

The position offers $18–$20 per hour, part-time hours with weekday and/or weekend options, paid training, and PTO. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and U.S. work authorization are required.