Direct Support & Facility Caregiver

AHRC Nassau; Jericho (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AHRC Nassau is seeking a Direct Support Professional to clean and maintain sanitary conditions across the Tobie Lane Hubsite Day Habilitation program spaces, classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas. The role emphasizes safety and a welcoming environment for participants.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning, weekly and monthly tasks, assisting with furniture arrangement, reporting incidents, and supporting program activities while promoting dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• AMAP/First Aid/CPR/SCIP-R training preferred
• Minimum one year experience working with people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning and sanitization of Day Habilitation areas, including rooms, bathrooms, floors, furniture, equipment, countertops, sinks, and refrigerators.
• Ensure rooms are clean, organized, and transition-ready for Temple School use by 3:00 pm.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and odor-free environment and replace air fresheners as needed.
• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance tasks such as cleaning windows, doors, blinds, garbage receptacles, and refrigerators.
• Maintain exterior entrances, exits, ramps, walkways, and surrounding grounds.
• Support the safety and well-being of individuals during program activities and community outings.
• Complete required documentation, report incidents, and assist with money management as needed; promote agency safeguarding policies.
• Maintain required certifications and trainings and liaise with community sites as needed.

Skills

Communication

Driver license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid NYS driver license

Job description

AHRC Nassau is seeking a Direct Support Professional to clean and maintain sanitary conditions across the Tobie Lane Hubsite Day Habilitation program spaces, classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas. The role emphasizes safety and a welcoming environment for participants.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning, weekly and monthly tasks, assisting with furniture arrangement, reporting incidents, and supporting program activities while promoting dignity and independence.