DIRECT SUPPT PROFESSIONAL - Lakeside
Boost your chances before you apply.
UCP of Long Island
NY
Summary
The Direct Support Professional assists individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and hygiene while helping them build independence. They also provide hands-on mobility support, accompany individuals to appointments, and maintain accurate documentation according to OPWDD guidelines.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: LAKESIDE - Lake Grove, NY, Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.40Hourly, Start a Rewarding Career Today – Paid Training - DSP (No Experience Needed!)
Suffolk County, NY | $20.00 – $22.40/hr.
✅ Paid Training | ✅ Immediate Openings
Full-Time & Part-Time | All Shifts Available | Flexible Scheduling
About UCP Long Island
For over 75 years, UCP Long Island has been dedicated to helping people live with greater independence and opportunity through high-quality support and care.
Make a Difference Every Day
UCP Long Island is hiring compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). As a trusted OPWDD provider, we help individuals live more independent, meaningful lives through person-centered support.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters, this is the role for you.
Why You’ll Love This Job
✅ 100% Paid Health Insurance (Full-Time Residential)
✅ Paid Training – No Experience Needed
✅ Flexible Schedules (Days, Nights, Weekends)
✅ 403(b) Retirement Plan
✅ Paid Time Off + Holidays
✅ Career Growth & Promotions from Within
✅ Supportive Team Environment
What You’ll Do
Assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, hygiene)
Help individuals build independence and life skills
Support with cooking, cleaning, and daily routines
Provide hands-on assistance with mobility and care
Accompany individuals to appointments and community outings
Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment
Complete documentation in line with OPWDD guidelines
What You Need
High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
Valid NYS Driver’s License (preferred)
Experience is a plus (DSP, HHA, CNA, PCA, caregiving, customer service) — but NOT required
A positive attitude and passion for helping others
Start Your Career Today
No experience? No problem. We provide all the training you need to succeed.
Apply now for immediate consideration – interviews are scheduled quickly!
UCP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
:
For over 75 years, United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island has positively impacted the lives of people with disabilities through the outstanding quality of our programs and services and the compassion we convey to those we serve.
Our mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
UCP of Long Island proudly upholds the values of excellence, integrity, dignity, empowerment, responsibility, accountability, vision and innovation.
Founded
1950
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hauppauge, New York
For over 75 years, United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island has positively impacted the lives of people with disabilities through the outstanding quality of our programs and services and the compassion we convey to those we serve.
Our mission is to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
UCP of Long Island proudly upholds the values of excellence, integrity, dignity, empowerment, responsibility, accountability, vision and innovation.
Founded
1950
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hauppauge, New York
