Job detail
Direct Support Professional - Tonawanda
The Summit Center
FULL_TIME
Posted 2/19/2026
Location
Town of Tonawanda, New York
Salary
$21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The direct support professional supports adults with developmental disabilities in a community-Based day program by providing recreation, life skills training, and promoting independence. This role involves following behavior management programs, maintaining accurate documentation, and communicating individual needs to coordinators.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have one year of experience working with adults who have developmental disabilities; dayhab experience is preferred. A valid nys driver's license and agency approval of the driving record are also mandatory requirements.
high schoolCommunicationConfidentialityDocumentationTeam CollaborationIncident ReportingBehavior ManagementRecreation SupportLife Skills TrainingPromoting Independence
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Financial Planning Resources
- Free Mental Health Counseling
- Medical Opt-Out Payment
- Paid Program Breaks
- Free Childcare Referrals
- Access To Legal Services
- Grief/Eldercare Support