Direct support professional

Citizen Advocates, Inc.·Village of Malone, New York

$16 - $21/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 23 days ago

Practice for this role

Direct support professional · $16 - $21/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-58% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in New York ($38.34/hr, n=5567)

6 similar openings in the Village of Malone area

49 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$1.00/hr · p10p90 · $42,250/hr

this role: $16.00/hrmedian $38.34/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 5,567 posted nursing roles in New York rates. This role sits in the 17th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 58% below the New York median for nursing roles.

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of residents while supporting community inclusion. Duties include providing personal care, administering medications, documenting client progress, and assisting with daily living activities.

Job DetailsJob Location

Sawyer

Avenue

Community

Living -

Malone,

NY 12953Position

Type:

Full

TimeSalary

Range: $16.00 - $20.50

HourlySUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: A Direct Support Professional ensures individuals' health, safety and welfare, enhances the quality of individuals' lives, and supports community inclusion. Essential Functions (Job Duties) Ultimate responsibility for client programming and care

Ensure adequate food, shelter and clothing is available for each resident.

Provide first aid and nursing assistance as necessary or as requested by nurse or supervisor, reporting nursing and medical needs to a supervisor as needed.

Provide individual assessment and instruction to residents in daily living skills.

Lift, transfer and position as prescribed.

Prepare meals, involving residents in preparation.

Intervene and assist in crisis situations, accessing appropriate resources as needed.

Provide support for community outings.

Monitor and dispense medications and adhere to physician’s orders.

Provide programming as written by Program Coordinator.

Communicate programming information to Program Coordinator and Manager as needed.

Ensure staffing ratios are met at all times.

Demonstrate cultural beliefs in daily interactions.

Utilize the least restrictive prompting at all times.

Follow behaviors plans and crisis management plans as written.

Participate in staff, team, and residence meetings.

Attend appropriate training in accordance with the agency's personnel policies and maintain required certifications.

Perform any related duties as assigned. Complete timely and accurate documentation as required.

Contemporaneously and accurately document programming as per policy and procedure manual.

Accurately document client care and medical information as prescribed. Miscellaneous

Assist with residence cleanliness and upkeep as instructed.

Follow universal precautions protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health needs. The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and maintain required certifications.

Confidentiality
Documentation
Organization
Professionalism
First aid
Universal precautions
Team collaboration
Medication administration
Crisis intervention
Behavior management
Daily living skills instruction
Cultural competence
Nursing assistance
Direct support
Client programming

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $16 - $21/hr
Location: Village of Malone, New York
Posted: Aug 17, 2026
Closes: Sep 28, 2026
Application: Employer website

Direct support roles stay steady in New York

Direct Support Professional openings in New York are typically driven by ongoing need for consistent, person-centered care in community and residential settings. This role can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED, prefer an associate degree and direct service experience, and require a valid NYS driver’s license with insurable driving status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your driving eligibility and highlight any hands-on care experience in your application.