Direct Support Professional- Stanfordville
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Greystone Programs
Stanfordville, NY, US
Summary
Direct Support Professionals provide hands-on care and mentorship to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include teaching life skills, assisting with daily activities, preparing meals, and ensuring a safe home environment.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: DANCING BEAR IRA - STANFORDVILLE, NY, Salary Range: $21.75 - $23.25Hourly, 🌟 Direct Support Professional (DSP) – No Experience Necessary!
Start a job that feels like a purpose...
What is a DSP?
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you're more than an employee — you're a mentor, advocate, and steady presence in someone's life.
At Greystone Programs, our DSPs support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living independent, fulfilling lives. Every day looks different — you'll help people build life skills, reach personal goals, stay healthy, and stay connected to their community.
💙 This is the kind of work you can feel good about at the end of the day.
Now Paying $21.75 – $23.25/hour
We recently raised our pay rates — plus higher weekend differentials.
Who We're Looking For
No experience required — we provide full paid training
Compassion and patience come first
A genuine interest in helping others learn new skills and grow
Reliability and a team mindset
What You'll Do
As a DSP, you'll be hands-on and engaged, helping people thrive by:
Teaching everyday life skills that build independence
Providing transportation to community outings and activities
Supporting a safe, clean, and comfortable home environment
Preparing meals and assisting with nutrition
Administering medication (with training provided)
Encouraging communication and self-expression
Sharing hobbies, having fun, and creating good moments together
Work Environment:
This position is in a welcoming, co-ed home in Stanfordville, NY, supporting 6 individuals who enjoy their independence, social outings, and time with family.
Why Choose a DSP Career?
✅ No experience? No problem. We train you — you bring the compassion.
✅ Flexible schedules that fit your life
✅ Recently increased pay + higher weekend rates
✅ Career growth into healthcare and human services fields
✅ Great hands-on experience for students or career changers
🚀 Many DSPs grow into roles such as: LPN, RN, Behavior Technician, Social Worker, Therapist, Manager, and more.
🎓 Already in school? We'll work around your schedule.
💼 Retired? Stay active and stay involved close to home.
🎨 Love hobbies or recreation? Bring your interests to work and share them!
📈 Plus: Pay increases in as little as 3 months with our Career Ladder program.
Benefits for Full-Time Employees
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal & Holidays)
Free Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Financial Planning Support
Employee Referral Bonuses
Recognition Programs & Service Awards
Discounts on Insurance, Fuel Oil & Propane
Weekly Pay
🎉 $500 Retention Bonus after 6 months for full-time employees
Why It Matters
The people we support are incredible individuals who deserve every chance to live their best, fullest lives — and you can help make that happen.
👉 Start a job that feels like a purpose. Apply today and become a DSP!
Qualifications: .
Greystone Programs provides exceptional services and life-enriching opportunities for children, adults, and families living with Autism and other developmental disabilities. As a recognized human services provider, we offer certified residential programs and community-based / non-residential programs that include habilitation services in a five-county region of the Hudson Valley, New York. Greystone prides itself on nurturing relationships that go beyond the commonplace. We work side-by-side with program participants-as-colleagues in celebration of the wonderful diversity of the human spirit. Through New York State OPWDD certified residential programs Greystone operates 14 group homes in three counties: Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster. We are dedicated to an “aging-in-place” approach for all who reside at Greystone. Our community based services encompass a variety of habilitation programs. We offer Community Habilitation, and Day Habilitation; as well as In-Home Behavior Therapy; Children’s Waiver Services and Family Education and Training. Additionally, we host social skills development groups, recreation programs, weekend respite, and after school and school break programs.
Founded
1979
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hopewell Junction, NY
Greystone Programs provides exceptional services and life-enriching opportunities for children, adults, and families living with Autism and other developmental disabilities. As a recognized human services provider, we offer certified residential programs and community-based / non-residential programs that include habilitation services in a five-county region of the Hudson Valley, New York. Greystone prides itself on nurturing relationships that go beyond the commonplace. We work side-by-side with program participants-as-colleagues in celebration of the wonderful diversity of the human spirit. Through New York State OPWDD certified residential programs Greystone operates 14 group homes in three counties: Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster. We are dedicated to an “aging-in-place” approach for all who reside at Greystone. Our community based services encompass a variety of habilitation programs. We offer Community Habilitation, and Day Habilitation; as well as In-Home Behavior Therapy; Children’s Waiver Services and Family Education and Training. Additionally, we host social skills development groups, recreation programs, weekend respite, and after school and school break programs.
Founded
1979
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hopewell Junction, NY
