Day Program Counselor: Empower Independence & Community

Center for Disability Services, Inc.; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Overnights

8 Paid Holidays

3 weeks PTO

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Center for Disability Services, Inc. in Queensbury, NY is seeking Day Program Counselors to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through engaging activities and community outings. Paid on-the-job training is provided and prior experience is not required.

Roles include direct personal care and helping participants plan meaningful daily activities. The organization offers no overnight shifts, 8 paid holidays, 3 weeks of PTO, a comprehensive benefits package and a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• NYS Driver's License in good standing (some sites require this).
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage independence in all aspects of daily life.
• Collaborate with your team to plan, create and assist with activities and opportunities to meet the needs and interests of the people you support.
• Provide any necessary direct personal care to the people we support.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Center for Disability Services, Inc. in Queensbury, NY is seeking Day Program Counselors to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through engaging activities and community outings. Paid on-the-job training is provided and prior experience is not required.

Roles include direct personal care and helping participants plan meaningful daily activities. The organization offers no overnight shifts, 8 paid holidays, 3 weeks of PTO, a comprehensive benefits package and a