Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Look no further...Liberty ARC is the place for you! We offer the chance to have a fulfilling career, with numerous opportunities to make a REAL difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Recently named a Times Union Top Workplace, Liberty ARC is proud of our more than 60 years of providing top-quality supports and services.

As the largest provider of services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Montgomery County, we see firsthand that our employees truly make a difference in the lives of the people we support. If your career path is focused on being part of an inspiring profession, with many life-long rewards, where you are part of something special, we have an opportunity for you.


Liberty ARC offers:

• COMPETITIVE STARTING RATE - $17.50/hr + experience!
• EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE - Medical (with No Deductible), Dental, Vision, 401K and much more!
• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
• GENEROUS PAID TIME OFF - Earn up to 5 weeks in the 1st year!
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT - Plus a base pay increase when you earn your degree!
• REFERRAL BONUS - Bring a Friend and earn up to $1000!
• PAID ON-THE-JOB TRAINING

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will have the opportunity to support individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve the quality of life they value. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assistance with daily living activities
• Medication administration
• Assistance with meals/dietary needs
• Personal care
• Community inclusion
• Maintenance of various documentation

We are looking for DSPs with the following qualities/qualifications:

• Caring, nurturing demeanor
• Desire to help others and make a difference in their lives
• Valid NYS Driver's License
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language
• Ability to lift and transfer individuals, lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, reach, kneel, squat, twist
• Must be willing to perform a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check and driver's license abstract

Hours of work are dependent upon position and site assignment.