Direct Support Professional 1

About the Position

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person’s home, in their family’s home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus but not mandatory
• Ability to complete three to five weekdays of paid New York State-mandated OPWDD training during normal business hours
• Tuberculosis (TB) testing is mandatory for most positions (and is provided free of charge by our partnership with CityMD)

• Full Time weekday and weekend positions are available including 40 hour morning, evening, and overnight schedules.

• Daily Pay available - Work today, get paid today!
• Medical/Dental
• Vision
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Gym Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more!

• $15.00/hour to $16.50/hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.