Home-based Community Habilitation DSP

Ability Beyond • New York, NY

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About The Position

Ability Beyond is hiring a Community Habilitation DSP to support adults with developmental and physical disabilities in Westchester County. The Medicaid-funded program provides one-to-one training to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop or enhance skills for living more independently at home and in the community.

Using a person-centered approach, DSPs support individuals who live in group homes, independently, or with family. Support is tailored to each person’s needs and helps them improve independent-living skills and participate in social and recreational activities. The role includes helping with activities of daily living such as laundry, housekeeping, and money management, as well as engaging in group and individual activities.

The posting offers a Monday–Friday full-time schedule or a Sunday–Saturday flexible part-time schedule, based on program needs. It also notes that per diem work is available. The listed pay rate is $22.25 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Personal vehicle.
• Willingness to learn; no experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one training to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Help individuals develop or enhance skills for living more independently at home and in the community.
• Support independent-living activities, including laundry, housekeeping, and money management.
• Help individuals participate in social and recreational activities, including group and individual outings and events.
• Tailor support to the needs of individuals living in group homes, independently, or with their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED