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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) – 3 Day Work Week, 12 Hours/Shift

Brightway Living & Learning · Port Jefferson Station, NY · 2 days ago
OTHR$19–$23.1/hrFull-time

About the Role

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them, assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

Responsibilities

  • Provide individualized support with personal care, meal preparation, transportation, and community outings.
  • Foster independence by helping individuals develop life skills and make choices.
  • Promote social inclusion by supporting participation in community activities.
  • Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating empathy and patience.
  • Collaborate effectively with a supportive team of DSPs, supervisors, and families.

Requirements

  • Valid NYS Driver's License for 18+ months with a clean driving history.
  • Successful completion of Brightway Living and Learning Transportation Orientation.
  • Empathic, compassionate, and patient.
  • Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
  • Good communicator and team player.
  • Passionate about making a difference.

New hires who do not meet the driver's license and orientation criteria will be offered a lower starting rate of $19.00/hour.

Pay

  • Full-Time, Hourly: $19.00 – $23.10/hour (weekday rate).
  • Weekend premium: $28.50 – $34.65/hour (1.5× base rate).
  • Average Hourly Rate for DSP Drivers (including weekend shift): $24.50 – $26.95/hour.
  • Average Hourly Rate for DSP Non-Drivers (including weekend shift): $22.17 – $24.38/hour.

Schedule

  • Sunday–Wednesday: 7 am–7 pm (48 hours/week).
  • Sunday–Tuesday: 7 am–7 pm (36 hours/week).
  • Thursday–Saturday: 7 am–7 pm (36 hours/week).

All shifts are 12 hours. Each schedule requires working one weekend day per week; weekend shifts are eligible for premium pay (1.5× hourly rate). These schedules allow for full-time work and up to 16 days off per month.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive paid training.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
  • 403(b) retirement plan.
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
  • Career growth and advancement within Brightway Living and Learning.
  • Flexible schedules supporting work-life balance (including 3-day work week / 4 days off options).
  • Paid time off and other valuable benefits.

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