Direct Support Professional; Per-Diem
Job in
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-09-21
Listing for:
Community Options, Inc.
Per diem
position Listed on 2026-09-21
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Community Health, Caregiver
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York
Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.
Join Our Team as a Per Diem Direct Support Professional- Queens Region
Looking for flexibility, variety, and meaningful work? Join our team as a Per Diem Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a real impact supporting individuals with developmental disabilities across the Queens Region.
No experience required– we provide PAID training!Starting pay is $18.00/per hour
Why Per Diem?- Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
- Opportunity to work across different programs and settings
- Gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of the field
- Build your skills while growing in human services
- Make a direct impact on the lives of individuals every day
- Day Hab Without Walls (Day Hab WOW), Community Habilitation (Com Hab), Respite Services, Residential Services
Shifts:
Day Hab WOW:
- Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Hours vary based on individual needs
- 8:00 AM-4:00 PM, 4:00 PM-12:00 AM, 12:00 AM-8:00 AM
- Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Assist with daily routines, including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
- Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
- Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
- Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
- Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
- Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
- Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
- Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
- Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
- Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
- To remain an active per diem employee, a minimum of2 shifts per monthis required.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
- Great coworkers/team that support you!
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V
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