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Direct Support Professional - All Programs

Living Resources
Cohoes, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025 CLOSED ON 1/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - All Programs position at Living Resources?

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Join Our Team – Earn Up to $19.50 as a Fully Trained DSP!

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? At Living Resources, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll be part of a compassionate team that works hand-in-hand with families to provide exceptional care and peace of mind.

Why Choose Living Resources?

  • Competitive Pay – Earn up to $19.50/hour (based on program)
  • Rewarding Work – Be the reason someone thrives every day
  • Growth Opportunities – We invest in your professional development
  • Supportive Team Culture – Work with a team that values inclusion, innovation, mentorship, personal growth, self-determination, and collaboration


Who We’re Looking For:

Compassionate & Kind-Hearted – You Genuinely Care About Others

Team Player – You thrive in a collaborative environment

Patient & Adaptable – You can handle changing workdays with ease

Reliable & Attentive – You’re dependable and detail-oriented

Eager to Learn & Grow – You’re always looking to develop new skills

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and start your journey with Living Resources!

Would you enjoy working in an organization that encourages your personal development? How would you like the flexibility to create the work-life balance you desire?

These are just some of the things Living Resources can offer you!

To work for Living Resources is to make a difference in the lives of others. Living Resources provides individuals with disabilities and special needs the support they need to thrive and lead active, full lives. For many Living Resources employees, their work becomes an experience where they find fulfillment and develop both personally and professionally. Ask our 150 employees who have been here more than 10 years!

Living Resources is seeking Direct Support Professionals for our Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady & Saratoga County Group Homes, Day Programs and Community Settings.

Our Direct Support Professionals support individuals in our Group Homes with their daily activities, including personal care. Direct Support Professionals work closely with the individuals we support to help them achieve personal goals that allow them to live as independently as possible.

Schedule: Full-time/Part-time/Light Part-time, Various days of the week - Day, Evening and Awake/overnight shifts

Our Day Community Opportunity Programs have DSP opportunities currently. Do you want to have fun with our individuals who are independent within the community? We love to help them reach their goals by participating within the community, as well as volunteering to reach their short and long term goals.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday - 8am - 4pm

Our Site Base Day Habilitation Programs are seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals at our on-site day program settings. Educational and fun activities are done on-site and off-site in the community.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday - 8am-4pm

Through our Community Habilitation Program, the Community Habilitation Instructor provides supports as specified in the Life Plan and Staff Action Plan to people with developmental disabilities living either at home with family, in a residential setting, or independently in the community.

Schedule: Part-time preferred/can build caseload up to Full-time hours, Various days of the week - Day, Afternoon & Evenings shifts

Requirements

We would like to speak with those that are:

  • Passionate about making a difference
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Have flexibility to work varying hours and to support other locations
  • Have a Valid NYS Driver's license


As a Living Resources employee, you can expect:

  • Paid Training
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Benefits package including Health, Dental & Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Retirement Programs
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  • Growth and advancement opportunities within the agency


Salary Description

$17.50 - $19.50/hour

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