Direct Support Professional - DSP Part Time

About the role

Northeast Family Services is seeking experienced Direct Support Professionals to work directly with children, teens, and young adults ages 3–21 with developmental, social, and emotional needs in their homes and community. Immediate openings are available in our Home‑Based Therapeutic Services (HBTS), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Personal Assistance Services and Supports (PASS) programs.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with individuals from ages 3–21 with special needs
• Implementing behavior plans and programs developed by the clinical supervisor
• Teaching, role‑modeling, and implementing treatment interventions and strategies
• Collecting daily data
• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with clients, families, and clinical team members

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 19 years (HBTS & ABA) or 18 years (PASS)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to pass clearances (DCYF, BCI, Driving Record)
• Valid car insurance and registration
• One year of supervised experience working with children, or an Associate’s Degree in Human Services (e.g., psychology, counseling, child development, education, nursing), or demonstrated competency to work with children with special health care needs via provider‑agency skills validation
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Bi‑lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available)
• Access to secured high‑speed internet required

Compensation

Hourly rate: $16.00–$22.00 per hour, based on program, education, and experience. Up to $500 stay‑on bonus after 120 days.

Schedule

Part‑time positions (6–20 hours per week), including after‑school, evening, and weekend hours.