DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL HIRING EVENT- ADULT DAY SERVICES 11/19/2026 3:00pm-5:00pm
About The Position
Brightway Living & Learning is hiring Direct Support Professionals for its Adult Day Services program. DSPs support individuals with disabilities in their daily lives by assisting with daily living activities, fostering independence, promoting well-being, and helping individuals connect with their communities. The role offers an opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference. The listed full-time schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. The hourly rate is $21.00–$23.10. A valid New York State driver's license held for at least 18 months, a clean driving history, and successful completion of DDI's Transportation Orientation are required for the stated rate. New hires who do not meet these criteria will be offered a lower starting rate of $19.00 per hour. Brightway Living & Learning is a nonprofit human services provider on Long Island offering educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), it supports more than 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. The organization describes its approach as using persistence, adaptability, and behavioral science to support individuals as they grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace.
Requirements
- Valid New York State driver's license held for at least 18 months.
- Clean driving history.
- Successful completion of DDI's Transportation Orientation.
- Empathic, compassionate, and patient.
- Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic.
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Passion for making a difference.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with disabilities with daily living activities.
- Foster individuals' independence and promote their well-being.
- Help individuals connect with their communities.
- Build meaningful relationships with individuals and their families.
Benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Comprehensive paid training.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Flexible spending account (FSA).
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
