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Direct Support Professional; Dsp - Adult Residential Services

Job in Selden, Suffolk County, New York, 11784, USA
Listing for: Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Mental Health, Community Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21 - 23.1 USD Hourly USD 21.00 23.10 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) - ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) - ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Join the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) as a DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) - ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES.

Job Details:
Description:
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) Full-Time, Hourly $21.00 – $23.10/hour
Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?
Shifts Available:
Wednesday and Sunday: 7 pm - 7 am (24 hrs/week)
Monday/Saturday/Sunday: 7 pm - 7 am (36 hrs/week)
About DDI: For nearly 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities.
The Role: As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them, assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities.
What You'll Do:

  • Provide individualized support with personal care, meal preparation, transportation, and community outings.
  • Foster independence by helping individuals develop life skills and make choices.
  • Promote social inclusion by supporting participation in community activities.
  • Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating empathy and patience.
  • Collaborate effectively with a supportive team of DSPs, supervisors, and families.
Why You'll Love This Job:
  • Build Meaningful Relationships:
    Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
  • Learn and Grow:
    Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
  • Be Part of a Supportive Team:
    Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
  • Experience Job Satisfaction:
    Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
  • Exceptional Work-Life Balance:
    Explore flexible schedules with generous paid off.
Here’s How We Support You:
  • Comprehensive Paid Training:
    Get the skills you need to succeed.
  • Exceptional Benefits:
    Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
  • Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
  • Invest in Your Future:
    Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
  • Career Growth:
    Opportunities for advancement within DDI.
  • Work-Life Balance:
    Various schedules to support your life.
  • And More:
    Paid time off and other valuable benefits!
If You Are:
  • Empathic, compassionate, and patient
  • Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
  • A good communicator and team player
  • Passionate about making a difference

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

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