Direct Support Professional - Residential

Achieve; Town of Owego (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 33 days PTO the first year

Medical insurance

Dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

Achieve in Broome County, NY is hiring a Direct Support Professional – Residential. This full-time role covers all shifts, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays, and pays $20.00–$21.75/hour.

You will provide direct care, supervision, and support to individuals in a residential setting to help them build daily living skills. You will assist with ADLs, develop independent living skills, document medications, transport to appointments, and ensure health, safety, and wellbeing while

Qualifications

• Experience in human services or with individuals who have functional differences.
• Valid NY State driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift and assist up to 50 pounds as required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting.
• Support development of independent living skills such as cooking, housekeeping, laundry, and shopping.
• Support money management skills including budgeting and making appropriate purchases.
• Administer medications and complete required documentation per agency policy.
• Transport residents to medical appointments and community activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized living environment and participate in assessments and team meetings.
• Communicate health, safety, and behavioral concerns to supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations, including Part 633 and Part 624.

Skills

Human services experience

Driver's license

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Direct Support Professional- Residential

Schedule: Full-time; all shifts available (including evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays as needed)
Wage: $20.00 – $21.75/hour
Location: Broome County

Benefits: Up to 33 days of PTO the first year, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more

Why Join ACHIEVE

At ACHIEVE, you’ll do more than just a job, you’ll build a meaningful career while making a real impact on your community. Join a mission-driven team where you can support individuals in achieving independence, develop valuable skills, and grow in a collaborative, supportive environment.

The Direct Support Professional – Residential provides direct care, supervision, and support to individuals in a residential setting. This role focuses on helping residents develop independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) while ensuring their health, safety, and overall well-being. The position’s specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting
• Support development of independent living skills such as cooking, housekeeping, laundry, and shopping
• Support money management skills including budgeting and making appropriate purchases
• Administer medications and complete required documentation in accordance with agency policy
• Transport and accompany residents to medical appointments, recreational activities, and community outings
• Assist with daily household operations and maintain a clean, organized living environment
• Participate in assessments, service planning, and team meetings
• Communicate resident health, safety, and behavioral concerns to supervisors
• Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations, including Part 633 and Part 624
• Attend required training and meetings and stay up to date on communications
• Maintain reliable attendance and support staffing needs as required

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience working in human services or with individuals with functional differences preferred
• Valid NY State driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier
• Ability to lift and assist with up to 50 pounds, including transfers and physical support