$36K - 37K a year
Provide direct support and assistance to individuals with autism following treatment plans, ensuring their safety, promoting independence, and facilitating community integration.
High school diploma or GED preferred, experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities, valid driver’s license preferred, and ability to perform physical demands such as lifting and running.
Mission QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Job Summary The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. The program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integrating into the community through recreational outings and Volunteer Training opportunities. QSAC will be hosting an in person event with Hiring Managers that will give you the opportunity to receive employment decisions the same day. It will take place on 10.17.2025 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at our Melville, Long Island Corporate office. For more information or to attend this event, please send an email to recruiter@qsac.com. Salary Ranges Day Habilitation Direct Support Professional $18.00/hr Residential Direct Support Professional $17.50-$18.00/hr Shift Supervisor $ 38,000.00 -$ 38,000 - 40,000.00 annually Assistant Residential Manager $ 41,000.00 - $ 45,000.00 annually Residential Manager $ 48,000.00 -$ 58,500.00 annually Family Services Community Habilitation -$17.00-$18.00 an hour / Respite $17.00- $18.00 an hour Provide Safety & Support • Ensure health, safety and welfare of individuals • Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individuals and their families • Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals • Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans • Ability to communicate effectively • Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed Administrative & Company Policies • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies • Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics • Maintain all required certifications • May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.) • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management Physical Demands • Ability to run, when needed • Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights and 20 lb items Education/Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED preferred • Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities • Valid driver’s license and good driving record is highly preferred Exemplifies DSP Competencies • Putting People First • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships • Demonstrating Professionalism • Supporting Good Health and Safety • Support Individuals to be Active and Productive in Society Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff) • Medical can be as low as $6 dollar per paycheck ( for FT staff) • Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff) • Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff) • Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving) • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits • 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match • Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA • Opportunities for career advancement Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. To register :Please send your resume to jobs@qsac.com
This job posting was last updated on 10/21/2025