Full-Time & Part-Time | Day, Evening & Overnight Shifts Available

Make a Difference Every Day. Build a Career That Matters.

At Lochland, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, independent, and meaningful life. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll play a vital role in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their goals, build confidence, and actively participate in their community.

Whether you're looking to start a career in human services or bring your experience to a mission-driven organization, Lochland provides the training, support, and opportunities to help you succeed.

No DSP experience required – we provide paid training and certifications.

Why Join Lochland?

• Meaningful work that makes a real difference
• Paid training and certification opportunities
• Full-time and part-time schedules available
• Day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available
• Supportive team environment
• Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees
• Employee referral program

Available Shifts

We are currently hiring for:

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Saturday & Sunday)
• Evening Shift A: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Tues – Saturday | Sunday | Monday, Tuesday & Friday | Sunday – Monday | Friday – Saturday)
• Evening Shift B: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
• Overnight Shift: 11:00 PM – 9:00 AM (Thursday – Friday | Thursday – Saturday)

Weekday and weekend opportunities are available.

What You'll Do

As a DSP, you'll provide compassionate support that helps individuals live safely, independently, and with dignity.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, dining, and personal hygiene
• Supporting mobility needs, including transfers, ambulation, and wheelchair assistance
• Encouraging independence, skill-building, and personal growth
• Assisting individuals in participating in community activities, appointments, recreation, shopping, and social events
• Creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment
• Administering medications after certification and maintaining required certifications
• Completing required documentation and records in accordance with OPWDD and agency requirements
• Following individualized support plans, nursing care plans, behavior support plans, and safety protocols
• Participating in required training courses, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities
• Performing other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

Successful DSPs are:

• Compassionate and patient
• Reliable and dependable
• Positive and team-oriented
• Comfortable supporting individuals with varying levels of independence
• Committed to helping others achieve their goals

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
• Valid New York State Driver's License required
• Ability to pass required background screenings in accordance with OPWDD regulations
• Ability to obtain required tuberculosis testing
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, including CPR, First Aid, and SCIP-R (provided through paid training)

No prior DSP experience required. We will train the right candidates who have a passion for helping others.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the workday
• Ability to assist with lifting, transferring, and supporting individuals as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a hands-on caregiving environment
• Ability to work scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

At Lochland, we don't just provide care — we build relationships, celebrate successes, and create opportunities for individuals to thrive. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $16.95 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Geneva, NY 14456 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Geneva, NY 14456: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person