DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) - CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM

About the role

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will support individuals with disabilities in their daily lives, assisting with personal care, meal preparation, transportation, and community outings. You will foster independence, promote social inclusion, serve as a positive role model, and collaborate with a supportive team of DSPs, supervisors, and families.

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 team of DSPs, supervisors, and families.

Requirements

• Valid NYS Driver's License for at least 18 months with a clean driving history.
• Successful completion of Brightway Living & Learning's Transportation Orientation.

Qualifications

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient.
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
• Strong communication skills and a team‑player attitude.
• Passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

• Comprehensive paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and Employee Assistance Program.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• Paid time off and other valuable benefits.
• Flexible schedules with generous paid time off.

Pay

Hourly rate $21.00 – $23.10. New hires who do not meet the driver criteria start at $19.00 per hour.

Schedule

Flexible schedules with various shift options; generous paid time off available.