Job detail
Direct Support Professional - Buffalo
The Summit Center
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/12/2026
Location
Buffalo, 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. Key duties include following behavior management programs, maintaining accurate documentation of services and progress, and communicating individual needs to support staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have one year of experience working with adults who have developmental disabilities, with dayhab experience being preferred. A valid nys driver's license and agency approval of the driving record are mandatory.
high schoolCommunicationConfidentialityDocumentationHIPAA ComplianceCommunity EngagementIncident ReportingBehavior ManagementRecreation SupportLife Skills Training
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Financial planning resources
- Profit sharing
- Free mental health counseling
- Medical opt-out payment
- Free childcare referrals
- Access to legal services
- Grief/eldercare support
- Paid program breaks