Job detail
Direct Support Professional
The Summit Center
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/27/2026
Location
Town of Amherst, New York
Salary
$24 / 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 with developmental disabilities, with dayhab experience being preferred. A valid nys driver's license and agency approval of the driving record are also mandatory.
high schoolCommunicationConfidentialityDocumentationHIPAA ComplianceIncident ReportingBehavior ManagementRecreation SupportLife Skills TrainingPromoting Independence
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- 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