DSP Day Program (Drivers) - Staten Island

AHRC NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Medical Ins. Paid by Company

Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)

Paid Training

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral program

403(b) retirement plan

403(b) company match

Life insurance

Paid orientation

Employee discounts

Health savings account

Job summary

AHRC NYC seeks Full-Time Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities in Staten Island. Responsibilities include supporting self-directed living, ensuring safety, and promoting skill development. Candidates must have a valid NY or Tri-State Driver's license, with preference for experience with disabilities. This role offers a competitive pay of $18 per hour, benefits such as free medical insurance, paid time off, and various bonuses for training completions.

Qualifications

• Valid NY or Tri-State Driver's license, in good standing, required.
• Experience driving a small van a plus.
• Personal and/or Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with program participants, families, staff and community agencies.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Experience driving a small van

Understanding of Person Centered Planning

Communication in English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

AHRC New York City is seeking Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) who have a valid Driver's License and are comfortable driving a small van, for their Adult Day Program in Staten Island.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm (35 hours per week). Upon completion and passing of AHRC NYC Defensive Driving class if driving is needed, hours may vary.

Pay rate: $18 per hour plus a very generous and comprehensive Benefit packet. See additional Benefit information below.

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

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

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

• Valid NY or Tri-State Driver's license, in good standing, required
• Experience driving a small van a plus.
• Personal and/or Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• 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.

Benefits

• FREE Medical Ins. Paid by Company...No Cost to Employee! (Single & Family Plans)
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) company match
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Employee discounts
• 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.