Adult day services hiring event 5/27/2026 3:30pm-5:30pm

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shifts Available: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Come join us for a Brightway Adult Day Services hiring event on Wednesday, May 27th, 2026, from 3:30pm-5:30pm! Address: 75 Landing Meadow Road Smithtown, NY 11787

We will be interviewing for Direct Support Professionals.

About Brightway Living & Learning

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role

• As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives.
• You will work closely with them, assisting with daily living activities, fostering their independence, promoting their well-being, and helping them connect with their communities.
• This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.
• This position requires a valid NYS Driver's License for 18+ months with a clean driving history and successful completion of Brightway's Transportation Orientation.
• New Hires that do not meet this criteria will be offered a lower rate, starting at $19.00/hour.

Full-Time, Hourly $21.00 – $23.10/hour

Why You'll Love This Job

• Build
• Meaningful
• Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and
• Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be
• Part of a
• Supportive
• Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience
• Job
• Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional
• Work-Life
• Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here’s How We Support You

• Comprehensive
• Paid
• Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional
• Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement
• Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in
• Your
• Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career
• Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And
• More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here [https://youtu.be/PWZGTIkeLeg] to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.