Direct Support Specialist — DailyPay & Community Care (Queens)

YAI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,273,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Medical and dental insurance

403(b) retirement with employer match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Discounts on travel, entertainment, or

More benefits

Job summary

YAI seeks a Direct Support Professional in Queens to provide direct care, counseling, and ADLs support in various settings including homes and community programs. Training will cover safety, documentation, and person-centered planning.

Responsibilities include crisis management, developing treatment plans, and promoting independence. Requires high school diploma or GED; NY driver’s license may be required. DailyPay and health benefits are available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in the I/DD field is a plus but not mandatory (for DSP 1). For DSP 2 positions, 1–2 years in I/DD.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services including counseling and ADLs training.
• Ensure health, safety, and wellness of the people we support.
• Support intimate care functions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships.
• Assist in development of treatment plans and crisis management.
• Complete mandatory trainings (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving).
• Meet and model OPWDD Core Competencies.
• Assist in maximizing strengths and abilities through teaching and emotional support.
• Facilitate community integration and socialization.
• Complete documentation for compliance and billing.

Skills

Counseling

ADLs training

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience in I/DD field

Job description

YAI seeks a Direct Support Professional in Queens to provide direct care, counseling, and ADLs support in various settings including homes and community programs. Training will cover safety, documentation, and person-centered planning.

Responsibilities include crisis management, developing treatment plans, and promoting independence. Requires high school diploma or GED; NY driver’s license may be required. DailyPay and health benefits are available.