Direct Support Professional - Highland Day Habilitation - 40/Monday through Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Arc Mid-Hudson

Highland, NYFull-time$17.76–19.54/hrPosted 6mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$17.76–19.54/hr

Location

Highland, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Acceptable NYS Driver's License

Job overview

The Arc Mid-Hudson is hiring a Direct Support Professional - Highland Day Habilitation - 40/Monday through Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a day habilitation setting and within the community. This role is located in Highland, offering fun activities on-site and trips, and seeks staff with a good sense of humor interested in supporting independence.

Key focus areas include Provide support and skills training to individuals with developmental disabilities, Assist clients with on-site activities and community trips, and Facilitate fun classes and engaging programs.

Successful candidates bring NYS Driver's License. Important skills include Basic Computer Knowledge and Computer Skills. Preferred (not required): Sense Of Humor.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Computer KnowledgeComputer SkillsSense of Humor

Qualifications

Acceptable NYS Driver's LicenseHigh School Diploma or GEDPost-High-School Education in Human ServicesVan CertificationSCIP CertificationFirst Aid/CPR CertificationMedication Administration Certification

Full job description

Direct Support Professional - Highland Day Habilitation - 40/Monday through Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

4/8/2026

Highland Day Hab

109 Vineyard Avenue

Highland

Onsite

Direct Support

Description

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and skills training to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a day habilitation setting and within the community.

We are conveniently located in the small hamlet of Highland, with the ease of local public transportation nearby. In our happily busy day habilitation location, we provide support to approximately 20 people. We enjoy going on trips, as well as providing fun activities on-site, including a variety of interesting classes. We love staff who bring a great sense of humor and are genuinely interested in supporting and working with people to achieve greater independence.

A high school diploma or GED is desired. Post-high-school education in Human Services is a definite plus. An acceptable NYS driver's license and basic computer knowledge are a must. An informative, paid new hire orientation is provided in a comfortable learning environment. Training will also include Van Certification, SCIP, First Aid/CPR, and Medication Administration certification.

HOURS: 40/Monday through Friday/8:00 am to 4:00 pm

STARTING SALARY: $ 17.76 to $ 19.54 per hour

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED is preferred
Acceptable NYS Driver's License
Computer skills

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