Part-Time Direct Support Professional — Empower Adults

Chicago Yachad; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

Chicago Yachad is looking for a part-time Direct Support Professional to provide direct care and vocational training to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This role involves working one-on-one with individuals, leading group sessions, and job coaching at various work sites.

The ideal candidate should have a desire to work with adults with disabilities and the ability to motivate others. The position is based in Long Island and Brooklyn.

Qualifications

• A desire to work with adults with disabilities.
• Ability to provide positive motivation to others and act as a role model.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to be flexible and work in different settings.

Responsibilities

• Working one-on-one with individuals as well as leading group sessions.
• Job Coaching at training and various work sites.
• Monitoring individuals’ goals and progress.
• Providing social skills training in individual and group settings.
• Ensuring paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Creating and implementing group activities.

Skills

Desire to work with adults with disabilities

Ability to provide positive motivation

Ability to work well with others

Flexibility to work in different settings

Job description

Chicago Yachad is looking for a part-time Direct Support Professional to provide direct care and vocational training to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This role involves working one-on-one with individuals, leading group sessions, and job coaching at various work sites.

The ideal candidate should have a desire to work with adults with disabilities and the ability to motivate others. The position is based in Long Island and Brooklyn.