Group Leader - Broadway Day Hab

QSAC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement with Employer Match

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

Paid Training in human services/ABA

Opportunities for career advancement

Competitive salary

Job summary

QSAC, based in New York City and Long Island, seeks a Group Leader/Shift Leader DSP to supervise staff and oversee activity classrooms and individuals in their groups.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, 1–2 years with autism, a valid driver's license, and reliable attendance. You will ensure safety, implement treatment plans, maintain schedules, and support families. This is a hands-on, collaborative position with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years experience working with Developmental Disability/Autism populations.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record preferred.
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights and 20 lb items.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is expected.
• Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s) required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Habilitation Specialists/DSPs.
• Implement, adhere to and train staff on established treatment plans.
• Maintain all required certifications (SCIP-R, AMAP, CPR, 1st AID).
• Maintain classroom schedules.
• Handle client billing information (Individual Summary Sheet).
• Complete daily and weekly homeroom attendance sheets.
• Complete monthly progress notes and recreation forms.
• Complete daily staff responsibility sheet.
• Complete worksite summary sheet.
• Fill out daily transportation log and mileage sheet.
• Handle emergencies as they arise.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Stamina

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

Rate - $18.00 - $19.00

Job Summary

The Group Leader/Shift Leader is an experienced DSP responsible for the ongoing supervision of DSP Staff, and the accurate oversight and supervision of activity classrooms and individuals in their groups.

Supervision & Administration

• Supervise Habilitation Specialists/DSPs


• Implement, adhere to and train staff on established treatment plans


• Maintain all required certifications (SCIP-R, AMAP, CPR, 1st AID)


• Maintain classroom schedules


• Handle client billing information (Individual Summary Sheet)


• Complete daily and weekly homeroom attendance sheets


• Complete monthly progress notes and recreation forms


• Complete daily staff responsibility sheet


• Complete worksite summary sheet


• Fill out daily transportation log and mileage sheet


• Handle emergencies as they arise

Transportation & Communication

• Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed


• Transport individuals to emergency medical appointments


• Maintain communication with behavior evaluators (i.e. fill out ABC sheets, data sheets, and all required behavioral documentation)


• Stress communication and team work with the group


• Maintain individual /family confidentiality


• Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals


• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management

Qualifications and Work Experience

• High School diploma/GED required


• 1-2 year experience working with Developmental Disability/Autism populations required


• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record is highly preferred


• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items required


• Punctuality and regular attendance is expected


• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies is essential


• Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s) required


• Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served


• Ability to run when needed

Benefits

Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff)


• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for full time staff)


• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for full time staff)


• Flexible Spending Accounts (for full time staff)


• Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving)


• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits


• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match


• Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA


• Opportunities for career advancement


• Competitive salary

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

*This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.

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