DSP Day Program - All 5 Boroughs

AHRC New York City Camping; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

403(b) company match

Life insurance

Paid orientation

Health savings account

Job summary

AHRC New York City is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for Adult Day Programs across all five boroughs. Full-time and part-time positions offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Full-time positions provide free medical insurance, paid time off, paid training, vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Part-time positions pay $20 per hour with no benefits. Responsibilities include supporting individuals with disabilities in daily living, safety, and community

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of Home and Community Based Waiver and related knowledge to interpret
• Understanding of Person-Centered Planning
• Flexibility in work hours and scheduling
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with participants, families, staff and community agencies
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in English
• High School diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with disabilities in leading self-directed lives and becoming active community members.
• Oversee safety and health considerations.
• Promote skill development, interests, and hobbies.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)

Skills

Disability support experience

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services, and a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

Job Description

AHRC New York City is seeking Full and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their Adult Day Programs in All Five Boroughs.

Full-time Positions

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am -3:30pm (35 hours per week).

Pay rate: $18 per hour plus a very generous and comprehensive Benefit packet which includes Free Medical Insurance! Paid by Company at No Cost to you! See additional Benefit information below.

In addition, the following Bonuses are available depending on the Programs needs.

• $2,000 upon completion and passing of AHRC Defensive Driving class
• $2,000 upon completion of AMAP training

Part-Time Positions Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am -2:30pm (30 hours per week).

Pay Rate: $20 per hour....NO BENEFITS!

Why become an AHRC NYC DSP!

• The reward of helping others and building long lasting relationships
• The feeling one gets from improving the quality of life for others.
• Job Stability and Career advancement.
• Paid Training
• Hands on work experience

Responsibilities:

• Support individuals with disabilities in leading self-directed lives and becoming active members of their communities.
• The oversight of all safety and health considerations
• Promoting skill development, interests, and hobbies
• Assisting with activities of daily living(ADLs)

Qualifications

• Personal and/or Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Knowledge of Home and Community Based Waiver, and the ability to keep up to date pertaining to such knowledge, and interpret same.
• Understanding of Person Centered Planning.
• Reasonable flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to the scheduling needs of the individual.
• Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with program participants, families, staff and community agencies.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in written form in English.
• High School diploma or GED is preferred.

Additional Information

Benefits: For Full-Time positions only!

• Free Medical Insurance Paid by Company...No Cost to Employee! (Single & Family Plans)
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral program
• 403(b) company match
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Health savings account

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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