Direct Support Professional: Help Others Thrive & Grow

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

FSA

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier nonprofit provider of human services on Long Island, offering educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) role involves assisting with daily living activities, fostering independence, and promoting well-being while helping individuals connect with their communities.

New hires meeting criteria can expect a higher rate; full-time positions offer hourly pay between $21.00 and $23.10, with

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities.
• Foster independence for individuals.
• Promote individuals' well-being and safety.
• Help connect individuals with their communities.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier nonprofit provider of human services on Long Island, offering educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) role involves assisting with daily living activities, fostering independence, and promoting well-being while helping individuals connect with their communities.

New hires meeting criteria can expect a higher rate; full-time positions offer hourly pay between $21.00 and $23.10, with