Job detail
Direct Support Professional
Devereux
OTHER
Posted 3/30/2026
Location
Town of Somers, New York
Salary
$20 - $23 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
This position involves assisting individuals with developmental disabilities in daily activities, including health, personal management, recreation, and household living. The role also requires maintaining a safe and therapeutic treatment environment to improve functioning and minimize interfering behaviors.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess either a high school diploma/Ged with two years of related experience or an associate's degree with one year of related experience, along with a valid ny driver's license. Essential personal attributes include being flexible, patient, energetic, creative, and having a sense of humor, coupled with a strong passion for helping those with special needs.
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Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Employee assistance program
- Student loan repayment
- Mental health services
- Prescription drug coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
- Paid orientation
- Preventative care
- Supplemental life and accident coverage
- Time-off
- Work-life balance program
- Student loan checkup tool access