Direct Support Professional - Full-Time, Community Impact

Brightway Living & Learning; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Paid Training

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

FSA

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Paid time off

Job summary

Brightway Living & Learning in Smithtown, NY is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for adult day services. This full-time, on-site role offers $21.00–$23.10/hour with the opportunity to impact lives and build meaningful relationships.

You will provide personal care, meals, transportation, and community outings while promoting independence and social inclusion. A NYS Driver's License (18+ months) with clean history and completion of our Transportation Orientation are required; some hires

Qualifications

• Valid NYS Driver's License for 18+ months with a clean driving history.
• Successful completion of DDI's Transportation Orientation.
• Experience in direct support or caregiving is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support with personal care, meal preparation, transportation, and community outings.
• Foster independence and help individuals develop life skills.
• Promote social inclusion and participation in community activities.
• Serve as a positive role model with empathy and patience.
• Collaborate with a DSP team, supervisors, and families.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Brightway Living & Learning in Smithtown, NY is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for adult day services. This full-time, on-site role offers $21.00–$23.10/hour with the opportunity to impact lives and build meaningful relationships.

You will provide personal care, meals, transportation, and community outings while promoting independence and social inclusion. A NYS Driver's License (18+ months) with clean history and completion of our Transportation Orientation are required; some hires