Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day/Community Habilitation

United Cerebral Palsy Assoc. of the North Country • Canton, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country's Day and Community Habilitation team as a Direct Support Professional and help adults with developmental disabilities live full, self-directed lives. In this role, you’ll provide hands-on support that empowers independence, builds daily living skills, and fosters meaningful connections in the community. If you’re compassionate, dependable, and committed to inclusion, this is an opportunity to turn your values into impact.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of the Agency orientation and training program.
• NYS Driver’s License with two years of driving experience required.
• Acceptable motor vehicle abstract to meet Agency insurability standards.
• Reliable personal vehicle for business use.
• Heavy work; ability to frequently lift 25 – 50 lbs., and transfer and support individuals with and without help.
• Physical strength to safely respond should a behavioral crisis occur.
• Ability to operate personal and Agency vehicles.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Some exposure to infectious diseases, hygiene issues, food, and other odors.
• Able to tolerate atmospheric conditions when performing regular outdoor seasonal activities.
• Ability to operate mechanical devices used by individuals.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and overall well-being of individuals.
• Responsible for promoting community participation and inclusion.
• Responsible for supporting the development of positive personal relationships.
• Responsible for active collaboration and communication with team members.
• Responsible for teaching and reinforcing daily living and self-care skills.
• Responsible for accurate documentation and compliance.
• Responsible for safe and reliable transportation.
• Responsible for family and advocate engagement.
• Responsible for flexibility and responsiveness to individual needs.
• Responsible for additional program and agency support.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Term Life/AD&D insurance
• long-term and short-term disability
• 401(k)
• vacation
• personal time
• sick time
• paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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