Description

　　AHRC NYC is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people who are neuro-diverse to lead full and equitable lives. Come join the company recognized by Forbes as a Best Midsize Employer in America two years in a row, generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity and optimism.

　　AHRC NYC is looking to immediately hire Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for Full-time 3pm-11pm positions in ALL FIVE BOROUGHS. The pay rate is between $18-$19 per hour depending on residence placement. In addition, this position comes with Paid Training and a low-to-no cost, comprehensive health benefit package which is just one way that AHRC New York City supports the wellbeing of our employees and their families. Our benefit package contains NO COST MEDICAL and VISION PLANS, dental, generous paid time off, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, a 403(b)retirement plan with a matching benefit, flexible spending accounts, and discount programs. Our wellness offerings include an employee assistance program, Twill mental health platform and cash rewards for healthy behavior.

　　Driver's License Required for most day and evening shifts.....NOT Required for Overnight shift!

　　The Rewards of being a DSP! Do you enjoy helping others, the feeling one gets from improving the quality of life for others. If building long lasting meaningful relationships and helping others with community inclusion is something you would enjoy....then being a DSP is the position you are looking for.

　　Essential Responsibilities:

　　The oversight of all safety and health considerations

　　Promoting skill development, interests, and hobbies

　　Assisting with Adult Daily Living skills (ADLs)

　　Other personalized responsibilities including cooking, cleaning, hygiene, etc.

　　Required Qualifications:

　　Personal or Professional experience supporting People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) preferred.

　　Professionalism; integrity; excellent communication skills. Patience is a MUST!

　　Willingness to support people's preferences for community, activities, work, leisure activities, the exercise of their rights etc. in various settings.

　　Ability to use a computer for data entry.

　　High school education/GED preferred.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)