Part-Time Direct Support Specialist – Empowering Lives

Braverhood; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Braverhood in New York is seeking a part-time DSP (Direct Support Professional) to assist an individual with disabilities both at home and in the community. Pay is $18–$20 hourly; weekend and afternoon shifts available.

You will support daily living, document progress, and collaborate with case supervisors. Fluent speakers of Russian, Spanish, and other languages are welcome, and reliable transportation is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with the special needs community, preferably with children or young adults.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Online DSP training course must be completed after hire.
• Must be able to show up to work on time.
• Dress code: Casual, but professional.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for individuals to be successful in achieving personal goals (i.e. social interactions and other activities of daily living).
• Work closely with Case Supervisors on monthly goals and plans of action.
• Document services rendered and client progress on a daily and monthly basis.
• Provide support for individuals with various developmental disabilities in the home and within the community.
• Attend mandatory staff meeting and training once a year.
• Submit all paperwork and monthly summaries on time.
• Adhere to all agency and OPWDD regulations.

Skills

Accountability

Special needs experience

Reliable transportation

Training

Punctuality

Job description

Braverhood in New York is seeking a part-time DSP (Direct Support Professional) to assist an individual with disabilities both at home and in the community. Pay is $18–$20 hourly; weekend and afternoon shifts available.

You will support daily living, document progress, and collaborate with case supervisors. Fluent speakers of Russian, Spanish, and other languages are welcome, and reliable transportation is required.