Direct Support Professional - Group Home

Generous Day 1 Benefits with Employer Paid Dental and Vision - Flexible Scheduling - Experience Not Required and Training Provided

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Salary : $19 - $20 per hour

A bit about us :

We support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Westchester County—delivering 24 / 7, person‑centered care in community homes and a weekday day program. Our team stays for the mission and the growth : paid certifications, leadership development, and a clear career ladder mean you can start as a DSP and advance into supervisory and clinical pathways. We work in a supportive, inclusive environment where your compassion and reliability directly improve someone’s daily life.

Why join us?

Our Team Says It Best

“I look forward to coming to work… It’s about the people we support… They are special to me.” — Faith, DSP

“It’s a great, humbling feeling… helping them improve their daily life skills.” — Nabeel, DSP

“The people we support give us support too… It’s like a family.” — Baiyun, DSP

“Very welcoming team and competitive pay.” — DSP, Somers (online review)

Benefits

Competitive Pay : $19–$20 / hr starting range

Day‑1 Coverage : Medical effective on date of hire

100% Employer‑Paid Dental for full‑time employees

100% Employer‑Paid Vision for full‑time employees

Employer‑Paid Life Insurance

401(k) With Employer Match

Referral Bonuses : up to $1,000 per successful referral

Tuition Assistance & Education Discounts (colleges / partners)

Paid Training + Certifications : CPR, First Aid, AMAP, SCIP‑R

Career Ladder & Leadership Development programs

Flexible Scheduling : mix of day / evening / overnight; weekend / holiday rotation as needed

Generous PTO : vacation, personal, and sick time

Perks & Discounts : travel, entertainment, wireless, and more

Job Details

What You’ll Be Doing

Provide person‑centered support with activities of daily living (ADLs), personal care, meals, and community participation.

Advocate for the people you support—coordinate services, attend team meetings, and support goals.

Apply behavior support strategies and follow SCIP‑R protocols (including physical interventions when necessary).

Administer medications (after AMAP certification) and follow health plans under RN guidance.

Document services accurately each shift (hab plans, progress notes, BIR / MIR, medical charts).

Maintain a safe, clean home environment and support recreation, transportation, and household tasks.

Schedule : Full‑time and part‑time roles; evening and overnight shifts are common in Somers; weekend / holiday rotation may be required.

Skills You Need

High school diploma / GED (required)

Valid driver’s license (NY / NJ / CT)

Compassion, patience, reliability; strong interpersonal skills

Basic computer / documentation skills

Ability to complete / maintain CPR, First Aid, AMAP, SCIP‑R (paid training provided)

Experience with I / DD population preferred (not required); ability to lift / assist as needed

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