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If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account ... Maintaining direct relationship with staff * Building staff morale * Fostering professional ...

YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of ... Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work directly with people needing assistance in their home ...

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account ... Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R ...

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account ... Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R ...

Direct Support Professional

Nanuet, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $18/hr

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account ... Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R ...

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account ... Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R ...

YAI is a network of agencies with programs that empower and enhance the lives of thousands of ... We are hiring for our Full- Time Direct Support Professional position at our Sheepshead Bay ...

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account ... Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R ...

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account ... Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R ...

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Do workers at YAI get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
50% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Does YAI pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
44% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

At YAI, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
100% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and December 2025.

Is the health insurance from YAI affordable enough for their workers?

Only some people say the health insurance costs are okay.
60% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and December 2025.

Do people get paid time off at YAI?

Most people get paid time off work.
75% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers at YAI worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
86% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do YAI workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
67% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at YAI?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
43% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do YAI managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
86% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do jobs at YAI spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
33% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at YAI?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
75% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at YAI feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
88% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at YAI get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
40% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Is it stressful to work at YAI?

Most people feel stressed out here.
70% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at YAI enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
38% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at YAI recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
42% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at YAI?

Most people got enough training when they started.
78% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people get support to advance at YAI?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people think YAI’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how YAI is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.
What are the most popular categories at Yai?
Infographic showing various Program Director job openings at Yai in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, and 36% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Direct Support Professional - DSP 1 (Residential)-10001

Direct Support Professional - DSP 1 (Residential)-10001

YAI

New York, NY

$16.78/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


YAI rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.

About the Position:

We are hiring Direct Support Professionals for our Residential Services in Queens.

The ideal candidate possesses a wide range of skills and is eager to promote YAI's mission of supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities.

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person’s home, in their family’s home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community.

YAI's Mission:

Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI?

Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you!

Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To provide direct care services as needed. This includes, but is not limited to, the provision of counseling, training in ADLs (Assisted Daily Living skills), assistance with personal care, medical, dietary, social, sexual, recreational, financial, habilitative and other needs within the program.

  • Ensure the health, safety, and wellness of the people we support.

  • Support with intimate care functions.

  • Build and maintain positive relationships.

  • Participating in development of treatment plans.

  • Crisis intervention and management.

  • Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills.

  • Meeting, demonstrating, and modeling OPWDD Core Competencies.

  • Assist the people we support in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities through teaching, self-advocacy, and emotional support.

  • Facilitate community integration, recreational activities, and socialization.

  • Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing.

  • Training/presenting to a team.

  • Taking on additional tasks outside of basic DSP work/completing job related tasks as needed.

Education and Experience:  

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.

  • Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions). For DSP 2 positions, at least three years of Direct Support Professional experience in the I/DD field.

  • Valid NY State Driver's License may be required depending upon the position.

  • Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions.

Schedule:

Sunday-Thursday 3p-11p

Benefits:

  • DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for full-time positions)

  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

  • 403(b) retirement with employer match

  • Life insurance and long-term disability

  • Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more!

Compensation:

  • $16.78/ hour to $16.78/ hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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About YAI

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YAI has been dedicated to providing innovative services for the intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD) community since its founding in 1957 at a time when institutional living was the norm for people with I/DD. Operating in New York State, northern New Jersey, and California, YAI has a team of over 4,000 employees and supports over 20,000 people of all ages in the I/DD community today.

Industry

Non-profits

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US