Direct Support Specialist — Empower Lives & Skills

YAI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI is hiring a Direct Support Professional in New Rochelle, NY to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living, ADLs, transportation, and community integration.

The position emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and documentation, with trainings such as CPR/First Aid and OPWDD Core Competencies. Schedule is full-time, Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–2:30 pm, in New Rochelle, NY.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; some college is a plus.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Strong communication and basic computer skills are helpful for documentation and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality in daily duties.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and transportation as needed.
• Promote community integration and supportive living in home and program settings.
• Document daily activities and training progress to ensure compliance and billing.
• Work effectively as part of a supportive team to meet individual goals.
• Participate in mandatory trainings (e.g., CPR/First Aid, OPWDD Core Competencies).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college

Job description

YAI is hiring a Direct Support Professional in New Rochelle, NY to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living, ADLs, transportation, and community integration.

The position emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and documentation, with trainings such as CPR/First Aid and OPWDD Core Competencies. Schedule is full-time, Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–2:30 pm, in New Rochelle, NY.