Program Support Staff (South Florida)

Orthodox Union; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Job summary

A leading Jewish organization in New York is seeking a part-time individual to support adults with disabilities in various programs. Responsibilities include facilitating engagement, supervising transportation, and fostering community relationships. Ideal candidates will be caring, dedicated, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. The position offers $35 per hour, ensuring a fulfilling role in helping individuals achieve independence and connection within the community.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with adults with disabilities.
• Ability to handle physical aspects, including walking for periods.
• Willingness to take public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engagement during programs with individuals.
• Supervise the program's transportation for participants.
• Foster positive relationships within the community.

Skills

Caring and dedicated

Positive motivation

Patience

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Yachad, a program of the Orthodox Union, is dedicated to enriching the lives of Jewish individuals with disabilities and their families, by enhancing their communal participation and their connection to Judaism through social and educational programs and support services.

The Orthodox Union (OU) is one of the largest Orthodox Jewish organizations in the United States. Founded in 1898, the OU supports a network of synagogues, youth programs, Jewish and Religious Zionist advocacy programs, programs for the disabled, localized religious study programs, and international units. The OU maintains a kosher certification service, whose circled U symbol, Ⓤ, is found on the labels of many kosher commercial and consumer food products.

Position Summary

This position involves supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities during various programs. Responsibilities include engaging participants in group activities, supervising transportation, ensuring safety, and encouraging independence. The role also requires communication with supervisors, parents, and community members to foster positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Working with individuals to facilitate engagement during programs
• Implementing group activities
• Supervise the program transportation of individuals to/from the program in the morning and afternoon
• Communicate with supervisor as well as parents & community liaison
• Foster positive relationships between individuals served and the community
• Ensures the safety of participants during programs
• Encourages independence

Job Requirements

• A desire to work with adults with disabilities
• Ability to provide positive motivation to othersMust be caring, dedicated, responsible, and patient
• Willingness to take public transportation
• Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including walking for periods
• HS diploma, GED, or equivalent

Salary

This role is part-time and $35 an hour.