Group Leader - Queens Village Day Habilitation

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc.; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Low out-of-pocket health insurance

Group Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Defensive Driving pay incentive

403(b) Retirement with employer match

Paid training in human services andABA

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

QSAC is seeking a Group Leader for the Queens Village Day Habilitation program in Jamaica, NY. The role oversees DSP staff and manages activity classrooms and individuals within groups, ensuring accurate supervision and adherence to care plans.

The position involves supervising habilitation staff, implementing treatment plans, maintaining certifications, and handling paperwork and transportation tasks. This is a full-time on-site role with an emphasis on safety, confidentiality, and teamwork

Qualifications

• 1–2 year 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 & 20 lb items.
• Punctuality and regular attendance required.
• 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.

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).
• Handle client billing information (Individual Summary Sheet).
• Complete daily and weekly homeroom attendance sheets; monthly progress notes and recreation forms.
• Complete daily staff responsibility sheet, worksite summary sheet, transportation log, and mileage sheet.
• Handle emergencies as they arise.

Job description

Group Leader - Queens Village Day Habilitation

Job Category: Direct Support

Requisition Number: GROUP008430

• Posted : August 14, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Jamaica, NY 11434, USA

Description

Salary - $18.00 - $19.00

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.

Job Summary

The Group 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, 1 st AID)
• 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

• 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

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)
• 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match
• Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA
• Opportunities for career advancement

*Employee costs listed are based on individual coverage.*

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).

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