Cook/ Housekeeper

YAI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,070 - 27,161; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay available

Tuition reimbursement

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

403(b) retirement with employer match

Life insurance and long-term disability

Discounts on various services

Job summary

YAI is seeking dedicated support staff in New York, specifically in Flushing, Queens, to maintain a clean and safe home for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, from cleaning and cooking to ensuring the well-being of residents.

Ideal candidates should have exceptional communication skills, a flexible personality, and a willingness to learn. Benefits include DailyPay, medical insurance, and paid time off, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about helping others.

Qualifications

• Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions.
• Highly flexible personality type is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility.
• Cook and prepare meals according to dietary needs.
• Ensure health, wellness, and safety of residents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Job description

About The Position

YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working and learning. Join our dynamic team as a support staff ensuring a clean and safe home environment. The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm for ensuring cleanliness and organization of the facility.

Location

Flushing, Queens

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7am – 12pm

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining professionalism and punctuality
• Taking ownership and accountability
• Being flexible: job responsibilities may change based on needs
• Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations
• Using effective communication and time management skills
• Being a member of a highly effective team
• Ensuring maintenance upkeep and safety based on facility/program structure
• Completing mandatory trainings and applying skills
• Ensuring health, wellness and safety
• Understanding when to contact an administrator for support
• Building positive relationships
• Cooking and preparing meals according to dietary needs
• Sweeping and mopping floors
• Dusting furniture and other fixtures
• Vacuuming carpets and area rugs
• Cleaning kitchen appliances and refrigerator
• Cleaning and organizing kitchen cabinets
• Discarding expired foods
• Emptying trash receptacle/bags
• Other cleaning responsibilities if the need arises

Education and Experience

• Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
• Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions
• Exceptional interpersonal, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Willing to take initiative
• Highly flexible personality type

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

Compensation

$16.78 per 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.