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DSP Day Program - All 5 Boroughs

AHRC NYC

#Career Advancement #Paid Training #Direct Support Professional #Activities of Daily Living #ADLs #Skill Development #Community Inclusion #Defensive Driving #Neurodiverse

Quick overview

Direct Support Professionals are responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities to lead self-directed lives and participate actively in their communities. This includes overseeing health and safety considerations and promoting the development of skills, interests, and hobbies.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a High School diploma or GED and are preferred to have personal or professional experience working with individuals with disabilities. Required abilities include understanding Person Centered Planning, knowledge of Home and Community Based Waivers, and strong oral and written communication skills in English.

high schoolCommunicationFlexibilityActivities of Daily LivingSkill DevelopmentDefensive DrivingDirect Support ProfessionalPerson Centered PlanningAMAP TrainingHome and Community Based Waiver KnowledgeAdult Day Programs

Job description

Company DescriptionAHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services , and a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do.
Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.Job DescriptionAHRC New York City is seeking Full and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their Adult Day Programs in All Five Boroughs.
Full-time Positions Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am -3:30pm (35 hours per week).Pay rate: $18 per hour plus a very generous and comprehensive Benefit packet which includes Free Medical Insurance!
Paid by Company at No Cost to you!
See additional Benefit information below.In addition, the following Bonuses are available depending on the Programs needs.$2,000 upon completion and passing of AHRC Defensive Driving class$2,000 upon completion of AMAP trainingPart-Time Positions Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am -2:30pm (30 hours per week).Pay Rate: $20 per hour....NO BENEFITS!Why become an AHRC NYC DSP!
The reward of helping others and building long lasting relationshipsThe feeling one gets from improving the quality of life for others.
Job Stability and Career advancement.Paid TrainingHands 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 considerationsPromoting skill development, interests, and hobbiesAssisting with activities of daily living (ADLs)QualificationsPersonal and/or Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.Knowledge of Home and Community Based Waiver, and the ability to keep up to date pertaining to such knowledge, and interpret same.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.Additional InformationBenefits: For Full-Time positions only!FREE Medical Ins.
Paid by Company...No Cost to Employee! (Single & Family Plans)Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)Paid TrainingDental insuranceVision insuranceTuition ReimbursementReferral program403(b) retirement plan403(b) company matchLife insurancePaid orientationEmployee discountsHealth savings accountAHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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