Per Diem​/Floater Direct Support Professional; Rockland

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YAI is expanding its Per Diem/Floater Direct Support Professional team in Rockland County. DSPs support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), helping them live independently, participate in their communities, build meaningful relationships, and achieve personal goals. We are seeking compassionate and reliable individuals to become part of a dynamic team that makes a difference every day.

The Per Diem/Floater position is ideal for those who need a flexible schedule. Whether you’re looking for a second job, exploring a new career path, or balancing school or family responsibilities, this role allows you to earn income, develop professional skills, and be part of something that matters—all while fitting into your life.

• Hands‑on learning and support:
  Our best‑in‑class training program provides the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. From pre‑service classes to on‑the‑job training, you’ll be supported every step of the way.
• Opportunities for growth: YAI offers ongoing learning, professional development, and pathways for career advancement.
• Your work matters:
  You’ll work alongside dedicated team members who value teamwork and each other’s contributions.

• Dependability and consistent attendance — the people we support rely on you!
• Strong, transparent communication — with team members and supervisors.
• Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to help others — supporting a great purpose.

Candidates with integrity — who have experience, or are committed to developing the skills needed for the role — are encouraged to apply.

Schedule:

Flexible

Location:

Rockland County (Westchester County also available)

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $19.05 per hour (based on experience)

• Daily Pay — work today, get paid today!
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation Time (based on regularly scheduled hours per week)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growth‑Oriented Work Environment
• Tuition Reimbursement (based on regularly scheduled hours per week)
• Medical and Dental Insurance (available for full‑time employees)
• Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more!

• Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships.
• Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person‑first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community.
• Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others.
• Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations.
• Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies.
• Ensures implementation of person‑centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including…