Direct Support Professional-AHRC Jericho Birchwood Park Crescent Sat-Sun 3p-11p 16hrs per week

Brookville Center for Children's Services; Jericho (NY); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

AHRC Nassau is seeking a part-time Counselor to join our Community Living Services team on Long Island. The role involves assisting individuals with daily living activities, health, safety, and social engagement, with pay starting at $14.00 per hour and based on experience.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, a NYS driver’s license, and strong communication skills to understand and follow written and oral directives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have NYS driver's license, and maintain a qualified driver status throughout employment.
• Must have the ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information

Responsibilities

• Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction.
• Provide ongoing support to the people that live in the Community Living Services program to ensure that a high quality of life is maintained.
• Provide support in the areas of, for example, self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well-being.

Job description

Job Category: Counselor

Requisition Number: DIREC12850

• Posted : July 23, 2021
• Part-Time

Locations

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Description

The pay range for this position is starting at $14.00 per hour and above based on experience

AHRC Nassau operates the largest residential program on Long Island. With over 100 supervised and supportive settings, each home reflects the interests of its residents. Direct Support Professionals work with each person supported toward reaching their goals and desired outcomes.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must submit a valid NYS drivers' license, and maintain a qualified driver status throughout employment.
• Must have the ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information

Primary duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles in every interaction.
• Provide ongoing support to the people that live in the Community Living Services program to ensure that a high quality of life is maintained.
• Provide support in the areas of, for example, self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall well-being.

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