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Direct Support Professional; DSP Brooklyn
Job in
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-09-17
Listing for:
Shema Kolainu-Hear Our Voices
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-09-17
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Home Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Brooklyn, NY
Join our team at Shema Kolainu-Hear Our Voices, a private, nonprofit school and center dedicated to supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in providing individualized services to people with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities under the OPWDD Community Habilitation and Respite programs.
Responsibilities:- Support individuals in developing daily living skills, such as cooking, hygiene, money management, and transportation, in their homes and communities.
- Promote community integration by assisting individuals with participation in recreational, educational, and vocational activities.
- Implement individualized service plans (ISPs) and document progress toward personal goals.
- Encourage self-advocacy and independence while respecting the individual's preferences and choices.
- Provide supervision and relief to family caregivers by engaging the individual in safe, supportive, and appropriate activities during respite periods.
- Maintain a structured and safe environment during respite periods, whether in-home or in the community.
- High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in Human Services or related field preferred.
- Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Reliable, patient, and able to work independently.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel within NYC and work in various home/community settings.
- Ability to pass background checks (fingerprinting, SCR, SEL).
- Completion of required training (agency-provided training).
- Must adhere to OPWDD and agency policies and procedures.
- Flexible, full-time, and part-time hours – ideal for students or those seeking supplemental income.
- Weekday, evening, and weekend shifts are available.
- Competitive hourly rate: $20 per hour.
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