Direct Support Professional - Pine Bush, NY

Access: Supports for Living; Pine Bush (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Access: Supports for Living in Pine Bush, NY is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living, personal care, and community activities.

You will assist with personal care, meals, and medication, teach life skills, ensure safety, and document care. Driving clients to activities and appointments is also part of the role. A valid driver’s license and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in care or customer service is a plus.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, meals, and medication.
• Teach life skills like money management and social interaction.
• Ensure safety, provide support, and complete documentation.
• Drive individuals to activities, medical appointments, and other outings using agency vehicles.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Documentation

Training/certifications

Job description

Do Work That Matters. In a Culture That Means It.

Be part of a team that values connection, accountability, and real impact.

Why Access?

Because how we work matters just as much as what we do. At Access, our Culture Playbook isn’t a poster on the wall – it’s how we show up for each other and for the people we support.

You’ll Be Part Of a Team That Is

• Clear about expectations
• Supportive and accountable
• Focused on outcomes that matter to people.

And committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible – while making sure out staff can do the same.

Location: Pine Bush, NY

Rate: $17.50-$21.00 (Dependent on experience & house level)

Shift: All shifts available (Day, Night, Overnight, 2 ½ day shift)

Full-time, part-time, and per-diem shifts available

Other locations include but are not limited to; New Windsor, Middletown, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, and Coxsackie.

Direct Support Professional Description

Love helping others? Put your skills to work as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living, personal care, and community activities.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with personal care, meals, and medication.
• Teach life skills like money management and social interaction.
• Ensure safety, provide support, and complete documentation.
• Drive individuals to activities, medical appointments, and other outings using agency vehicles.

What You Bring

• Experience in care or customer service (preferred).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete training and certifications.
• A valid driver’s license; bilingual or ASL skills a plus.

The Fine Print

• Must be able to lift 25+ lbs and assist with physical care.
• Comfortable using electronic devices and performing household tasks.
• Must be able to stand up for long periods of time
• Ability to use a computer to complete documentation.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans