JOB DETAILS
Community Services Direct Support Professional
CompanyNYSARC INC
LocationCity of Norwich
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 14, 2026
About The Company
NYSARC, Inc. is the largest not-for-profit organization in New York State dedicated to supporting people with developmental and other disabilities and their families. The 48 operating Chapters comprising NYSARC support and serve people with developmental disabilities, including those with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, and neurological impairments, in every county in the state. With more than 100,000 members, the organization supports approximately 60,000 individuals and employs close to 30,000 people.
About the Role
Description
Community Services Direct Support Professional
Location: Norwich, NY
Schedule: Part-time, up to 29 hours per week
Pay: $17.50- $18.75
Benefits: Include medical, dental, vision, retirement, company-paid life and disability coverage, optional voluntary plans, and 33 days of PTO annually for eligible full-time employees
The Community Services Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing direct care through implementation of Habilitation Plans. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide supervision and all direct care required to maintain safety and comfort of the person receiving services
- Transport or accompany people receiving services on trips to community outings, appointments, or recreation activities for the purpose of community integration and exploration
- Development and planning of inclusive community activities
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with area businesses
- Assist people receiving services with completing daily or routine domestic or personal care tasks
- Foster and promote skills leading to independent living
- Assist with the development of Habilitation Plans and following these plans for training and assistance
- Provide training and assist people receiving services to develop, maintain and/or improve desired individual goals, living skills and personal needs as assigned or required
- Provide supervision to people supported during program hours and during community outings as to ensure their health and safety
- Complete required documentation in conformance with rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and billing practices
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Preferred: 2 years of experience working with the individuals with disabilities Or A combination of education and experience that in the opinion of the reviewing agency, exceeds the above standards of the program
- Possess a valid driver’s license acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier.
Key Skills
Direct careHabilitation planningSafety supervisionCommunity integrationDocumentationIndependent living supportPersonal careRelationship building
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcare
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionRetirementCompany-paid life insuranceDisability coveragePaid time off
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Direct Support Professional provides direct care and supervision to individuals to ensure their safety, comfort, and community integration. They are responsible for implementing Habilitation Plans, assisting with daily living tasks, and maintaining accurate documentation.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$18 - $19
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
144
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
29 hours
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