Day Program Counselor

Center for Disability Services·Queensbury, New York

$18 - $19/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 10 days ago

Practice for this role

Day Program Counselor · $18 - $19/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-48% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Queensbury, New York ($34.78/hr)

12 similar openings in the Queensbury area · median $34.78/hr

$18.15/hr · lowesthighest · $88.00/hr

this role: $18.15/hrmedian $34.78/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in Queensbury, New York rates. This role sits in the 5th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 48% below the Queensbury, New York median for behavioral health roles.

Support and encourage independence in all aspects of daily life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Collaborate with the team to plan and facilitate engaging activities both onsite and within the community.

Where people get better at life! Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.

We are hiring Day Program Counselors!

This is a great opportunity for those already in the human service field or anyone looking to start a new career!

We offer paid on-the-job training!

Prior experience is not required!

Looking to make a difference?

We are searching for Direct Support Professionals to join our Day Services Team.

Together, we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through meaningful and engaging opportunities and activities both onsite and in the community.

Bowling, cooking, dance, crafts, volunteering, games, music, photography, exercising, shopping, and exploring the community are just some of what we do.

Come share your interests and passions to provide new and enriching experiences.

We offer: No Overnights Part-time and full-time opportunities 8 Paid Holidays 3 weeks PTO Comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

Support and encourage independence in all aspects of daily life. Collaborate with your team to plan, create and assist with activities and opportunities to meet the needs and interests of the people you support. Provide any necessary direct personal care to the people we support.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent NYS Driver's License in good standing (some sites require this) Must be at least 18 years old and be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices. Compensation Range: $18.15 - $19.25

Benefits

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Early Access to Pay with RAIN Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $19/hr
Location: Queensbury, New York
Posted: Sep 8, 2026
Application: Employer website

Day program roles in New York

Day Program Counselor roles in New York often reflect steady demand in disability services, adult day programs, and community-based support settings. This type of position is competitive because employers usually look for reliable direct-care skills, physical ability to assist participants, and site-specific requirements such as a valid NYS Driver’s License; the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm lifting expectations and whether your preferred site requires driving.