Direct Support Professional - Hilton, NY - Full-time, Evenings

Lifetime Assistance • Hilton, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifetime Assistance is hiring a full-time Residential Direct Support Professional in Hilton, New York. The role supports the organization’s mission to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The position is 35 hours per week, with shifts Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, and Friday are off. Starting pay is $21.55 per hour, plus a $0.75 weekend shift differential, for $22.30 per hour on weekend shifts. The position reports to the Residential Manager.

The Direct Support Professional provides personal care and daily living assistance, supports individual goals and service plans, promotes health and safety, and encourages community participation. Duties also include documentation, communication with individuals and their support networks, transportation in agency vehicles as needed, and completing required training and certifications. No prior experience is required. Candidates must meet vehicle-operator requirements, obtain or hold relevant certifications, and pass required background checks and clearances.

Lifetime Assistance offers a $1,000 welcome bonus, no-premium health insurance, education support, paid training and coaching, career-growth opportunities, paid time off, and supportive scheduling. The organization describes its culture as compassionate, inclusive, and mission-driven.

Requirements

• No prior experience is required.
• Meet Lifetime Assistance’s Vehicle Operator requirements, except for overnight or relief shifts.
• Hold or be able to obtain First Aid/CPR, SCIP-R, and Medication Administration certifications.
• Pass all required background checks and clearances, including SCR, fingerprinting, SEL, and MHL.
• Ability to follow individualized plans and safety protocols.
• Basic computer literacy for documentation in the Electronic Health Record.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability.
• Dependable, friendly, caring, and trustworthy qualities.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, dressing, meals, and household tasks such as thorough cleaning.
• Support individuals in developing independence, self-help, and social skills.
• Ensure individuals’ health, safety, and well-being, including administering medication if certified.
• Implement individualized service plans and daily supports, and document progress.
• Encourage community integration and participation in social and recreational activities.
• Drive agency vehicles for transportation as needed.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with individuals, families, and colleagues.
• Complete required training, certifications, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

• $1,000 welcome bonus for eligible Direct Support Professionals.
• No-premium health insurance.
• Tuition assistance and scholarships, including 50% off tuition for two courses per semester and scholarships of up to $3,000 per semester.
• Micro-credential stipends of up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid onboarding, training, and coaching.
• Career pathways, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed