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Direct Support Professional - Day Program

Ability Beyond·Yorktown Heights, New York

$20 - $21/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 26 days ago
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About the role

Provide hands-on support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. Assist with daily living activities, personal care, and the development of independent living skills.

Direct Support Professional | No Experience Required Pay Rate

  • $20.25 to $20.75 per hour
  • Locations:
  • Multiple programs
  • Located in
  • Chappaqua
  • NY
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, guaranteed fulltime hours Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day At Ability Beyond, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. As a Direct Care Professional, you will support adults with intellectual, developmental, physical, and behavioral health needs in both residential and community settings. You will play an important role in helping individuals build life skills, achieve personal goals, and remain active in their communities while being part of a supportive and mission driven team. What You Will Do Provide hands on support with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, hygiene, dressing, and mobility Assist with personal care, including bathing, toileting, and medication reminders as needed Support individuals in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, communication, and meal planning Provide transportation to medical appointments, errands, and community outings Encourage participation in social, recreational, and volunteer activities such as fitness, crafts, Special Olympics, and community events Implement behavioral support strategies and use de escalation techniques when needed Collaborate with nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and other clinical team members to provide well rounded care Assist with goal planning, progress tracking, and skill development Maintain accurate documentation of services, progress, and daily activities What You Will Need High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Willingness to learn with no prior experience required. Paid training is provided Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to support others Why You Will Love This Role This is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to make a real difference. You will help individuals gain confidence, build independence, and live meaningful lives while growing your own career in a supportive and inclusive environment. Perks and Benefits Paid training and accredited certification programs Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance Generous paid time off that increases with tenure 403(b) retirement plan and PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility Employee Assistance Program with mental health and wellness support Career growth, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities Flexible schedules and overtime opportunities in select programs An inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
  • See the
  • Impact
  • Firsthand
  • Watch a day in the life at
  • Ability
  • Beyond: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk2TezhPHro Join Ability Beyond, where you can be accepted, celebrated, and truly impactful. Ability Beyond is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, ensuring that no individual is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. No prior experience is necessary as paid training is provided for compassionate and motivated candidates.

  • high school
  • Documentation
  • Transportation
  • Clinical Collaboration
  • Personal Care
  • Independent Living Skills
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Goal Planning
  • Medication Reminders
  • Daily Living Support
  • Behavioral Support Strategies

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Pet Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Mentorship
  • Career Growth
  • Leadership Development Opportunities
  • PSLF Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
  • Accredited Certification Programs
  • Mental Health and Wellness Support

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $21/hr
Locations
Yorktown Heights, New York; Mount Kisco, New York; Yonkers, New York; Chappaqua, New York
Posted
Jul 1, 2026
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Ability Beyond

At Ability Beyond, we discover, build and celebrate the ability in all people. Our organization is dedicated to empowering every person, no matter their ability, to have the opportunity to live, work and thrive as an integral part of their community. We serve 3,000 adults with...

Salary listed on 9 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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