Direct Support Professional - Per Diem

ACCES Employment; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Middletown, NY seeks compassionate caregivers to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living and community engagement.

Per diem position requiring weekend availability. Duties include advocacy, mentorship, transportation, and completing documentation using electronic systems. Training and certification are provided, with a mission-driven team focused on meaningful, independent living.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving or customer service preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; bilingual abilities are a plus.

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

Compassionate caregiver

Communication skills

Flexibility

Bilingual English/Spanish or ASL

Customer service experience

Job description

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.

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