Direct Support Professional - Per Diem

Access: Supports for Living; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training & certification (AMAP)

Career growth opportunities

Meaningful, mission-driven work

Job summary

Access: Supports for Living in Middletown, NY seeks empathetic per diem caregivers to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with daily living, health and safety, and transportation to activities. Weekend availability is required, with paid training and certification opportunities available.

The role emphasizes advocacy, mentorship, and documentation in electronic systems, offering a pathway to growth within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others and teamwork.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends/holidays.
• Valid driver’s license; bilingual (English/Spanish) or ASL a plus.
• Experience in caregiving or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living, personal care, and community engagement.
• Provide advocacy, mentorship, and emotional support.
• Ensure health, safety, and program compliance.
• Transport individuals to activities and appointments.
• Complete documentation using electronic systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team player

Flexibility

Bilingual English/Spanish or ASL

Driver's license

Caregiving experience

Customer service

Job description

At Access: Supports for Living and our Access: Network partners, we help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - and we support our staff in doing the same. Across our family of organizations, team members work in mental health, substance use, disability, employment, housing, and family services, doing meaningful work in a collaborative and respectful environment. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive benefits, and the chance to build a career with purpose. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that values what you bring, the Access Network is a great place to be.

Location: Middletown, NY

Pay Range: $17.50-$20.00 (Dependent on experience)

Hours: Per Diem, Must be able to work weekends.

Other locations include: New Windsor, Pine Bush, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, & Pleasant Valley.

Make an Impact Every Day!

Join our team to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living independent, fulfilling lives.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with daily living, personal care, and community engagement.
• Provide advocacy, mentorship, and emotional support.
• Ensure health, safety, and program compliance.
• Transport individuals to activities and appointments.
• Complete documentation using electronic systems.

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for helping others and a team-first mindset.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends/holidays.
• Valid driver’s license; bilingual (English/Spanish) or ASL a plus.
• Experience in caregiving or customer service preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Paid training & certification (AMAP).
• Career growth opportunities.
• Meaningful, mission-driven work.

EEO Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans