Direct Support Professional I — Floater/On-Call

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional I works onsite in residential settings in Brooklyn, NY; specific program locations and schedules vary. The hourly rate is $19.8077, with a minimum of 24 hours per week. The role supports adults with developmental disabilities in residential programs. Under clinical or supervisory guidance, the DSP provides direct care and helps individuals develop daily living, vocational, social, nutritional, and personal skills. The position supports safety, independence, community integration, and consistent implementation of residential services.

What you'll do

• Provide personal care and health support, including hygiene, grooming, toileting, medication administration per AMAP, vital signs, and medical appointments
• support meals and food safety
• maintain a safe and orderly residence
• promote skill-building, recreation, employment supports, and community integration
• document progress
• participate in program planning, meetings, and training
• use approved behavior-management techniques and respond to emergencies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

floater

on-call position

brooklyn ny

institute for community living

developmental disabilities

residential care

personal care

amap

scip-r

morning availability

overnight availability

weekend availability

$19.81/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 403(b) with employer match
• paid time off and 12 paid holidays
• employee assistance and mental health resources
• educational leave, tuition assistance, training, and career development
• commuter and other voluntary benefits.

Why this role

Floater/on-call position with non-fixed scheduling, a minimum of 24 hours per week, and required morning and overnight availability; weekend availability is required. Required credentials include a New York State driver’s license, SCIP-R, and AMAP certification.

About the employer

Institute for Comm Living is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.