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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Community Mainstreaming Associates

Westbury, NY 11590 • $20.50 / hr • 10/15/2026

Beauty & Spa Services , General , Healthcare

Job Description

Job Description

Community Mainstreaming Associates (CMA) is seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team!

At CMA, we support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives and being active members of their communities. As a DSP, you will play an important role in helping the people we support achieve their personal goals, build meaningful relationships, develop greater independence, and enjoy everyday life.

Essential responsibilities

As a Direct Support Professional, you will:

  • Provide direct care, support, and assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Support individuals with daily living activities, personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks as needed.
  • Encourage independence and assist individuals in making choices about their daily lives.
  • Support community participation, recreational activities, appointments, and other activities.
  • Follow individualized service plans and support individuals in achieving their personal goals.
  • Promote dignity, respect, choice, inclusion, and self-advocacy.
  • Assist with medication administration and health-related needs as trained and authorized.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including daily notes, progress notes, and required records.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, families, and other members of the individual's support team.
  • Follow all agency policies, procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies and report incidents or concerns in accordance with agency requirements.
  • Serve as a positive role model and advocate for the individuals we support.

We are looking for individuals who are:

  • Compassionate, patient, and respectful.
  • Dependable and responsible.
  • Strong communicators who work well as part of a team.
  • Committed to promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion.

Available work locations include:

  • Port Washington, NY
  • Massapequa, NY
  • Glen Cove, NY
  • Dix Hills, NY
  • Kings Point, NY
  • Malverne, NY

Full-time and Part-time Opportunities Available

Available shifts include:

  • Evening shifts
  • Overnight shifts
  • Weekend scheduling options

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health and financial well-being to full-time employees.

Health & Wellness Benefits

Medical Benefits: eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Employer-paid Dental

Vision Plan

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft & Fraud Protection

Legal Services

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off

Financial & Retirement Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%.

Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Benefits

Section 125 Flexible Spending Program

Come make a difference with us!

Community Mainstreaming Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.