Direct Support Professional

Mountain Lakes Services’ mission is to partner with people of all abilities to live their very best lives. Its vision is to be an inspirational model for advancing people’s journey through excellence, innovation, and connections.

Pay Range: $17.00 - $23.30 per hour 

(Includes shift differentials. Additional pay for experience and education.)

Job Type: Full-time [40 hours], Part-time

Do you enjoy staying active while also getting the opportunity to directly support individuals who happen to have intellectual or developmental disabilities? Then Mountain Lake Services might be the place for you!

We are offering a flexible schedule for all of our Direct Support Professional positions being offered throughout Essex County, NY.

What you get to do:

Actively participate in the planning and provision of all support services for individuals served by Mountain Lake Services including day habilitation, residential habilitation, at home residential habilitation, job coaching and respite.

Provide guidance, emotional support, and crisis intervention as needed.

Play a key role in developing meaningful in-house and community activities with an emphasis on age-appropriate activities and social experiences.

Requirements: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. Other equivalent training or certifications may be accepted.

Previous experience and training is desired but not necessary. An individual must be flexible, enjoy working with people and have good communication skills.

Develop your skills in an environment rich with training opportunities and career advancement. 

Employees matter! Benefits include:

• Transitional Housing Program or Relocation Stipend (In lieu of Sign on Bonus)
• Sign on Bonus (In lieu of Transitional Housing Program or Relocation Stipend)
• Employee Emergency Grant
• Paid Time Off (a heavy focus on work life balance)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Agency funded Life Insurance at 4x annual salary
• Agency Paid Retirement
• Educational Assistance
• Eligible Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunities for advancement and training
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Mentorship program
• Pay on Demand