Direct Support Professional - Residential
About The Position
Mozaic is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Auburn, New York, to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building independence, pursuing personal goals, and living the lives they choose. The role involves developing meaningful relationships and providing support with everyday activities, skill development, community participation, appointments, and other goals. DSPs encourage progress, recognize accomplishments, and help each person feel confident and successful. The work varies from day to day and may include meal preparation, personal care, household responsibilities, transportation, appointments, community activities, and daily routines. DSPs promote independence and personal choice while helping people build skills and confidence. They work alongside families, healthcare professionals, and other team members to provide quality, person-centered support with dignity, respect, and compassion. Training and support are provided. The job is located in Auburn, Cayuga County, New York. Full-time and relief opportunities are available. The posting lists evening shifts from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM and overnight shifts from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM; times may vary. Pay is $18.19–$20.21 per hour based on experience, plus shift differentials.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid New York State driver's license.
- Compassion, dependability, willingness to learn, and passion for helping others.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting people with developmental disabilities.
- Experience as a CNA, Home Health Aide, Caregiver, or DSP.
Responsibilities
- Support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building independence and working toward personal goals.
- Assist with everyday activities, learning new skills, community participation, appointments, and activities.
- Encourage progress and recognize accomplishments.
- Help with meal preparation, personal care, household responsibilities, transportation, appointments, community activities, and daily routines.
- Promote independence and personal choice while helping people build skills and confidence.
- Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and other team members to provide quality, person-centered support.
- Treat each person with dignity, respect, and compassion.
Benefits
- Work Today, Get Paid Today.
- Eligibility for student loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement.
- 20 paid vacation days and 8 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
- Pre-paid legal services.
- Employee assistance program and wellness incentives.
- Paid comprehensive training and certification programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
