Community Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

About the role

Participate in the life of the individual in their home to foster a person-centered atmosphere conducive to the growth of the individual and towards their maximum independence in all areas of daily living.

Responsibilities

• Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture, and strengths of the individuals.
• Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals.
• Assist in planning and implementation of the program.
• Maintain daily Community-Habilitation bi-weekly progress reports, datasheets, timesheets and other required documentation.
• Document each training session in the appropriate databases and report the progress and barriers with each client.
• Attend and participate in staff mandatory and In-service training and meetings as required.
• Know and protect individual's rights.
• Maintain contact with Program Supervisors and individuals and family about changes in schedules, lateness, absences and other issues that will affect working with the individual.
• Communicate relevant information to Program Supervisors verbally and in writing, i.e., daily notes, incident reports, etc.
• Complete documentation electronically as required.
• Follow up with electronic visit verification (EVV) on assigned dates.
• Follow all specified policies and procedures, for managing behaviors, emergencies and reporting incidents.
• Accompany and advocate for the individual when in the community.
• Travel to borough assigned.
• Act as a role model for consumers by appropriate behavior and offering assistance as indicated in Individual Service Plans.
• Meet with the assigned individual for a few times per week depending on the individual's coordinated hours.
• Provide personal care consistent with participant's skill level and as outlined in the habilitation plan (including; bathing, toileting, dressing, laundry, travel safety, etc.).
• Support the mission and vision of the organization.
• Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor or the organization as a whole.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Some prior experience on a personal level with developmentally disabled people.
• Must have a personal computer device, such as smartphone, or tablet, and be able to perform required documentation on the personal device using company's software.
• Unrestricted NYS Driver's License (Preferred) and proof of car insurance needed if client's goals require the use of a vehicle.

Posted: Aug 24, 2026  |  Location: Hartsdale, NY  |  Type: Part-time  |  Pay: $21.00/hour