Direct Support Professional (DSP) Day Program

2 Days ago • All levels • $35,360 PA - $42,016 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

AHRC New York City is seeking Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their Adult Day Programs across all five boroughs. This role involves supporting individuals with disabilities in leading self-directed lives and becoming active community members. Key responsibilities include overseeing safety and health, promoting skill development, and assisting with Adult Daily Living skills. The ideal candidate will have personal or professional experience with individuals with disabilities, knowledge of Home and Community Based Waivers, and an understanding of Person-Centered Planning. A High School diploma or GED is required. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package.
Must have:
  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English
  • Support individuals with disabilities
  • Oversee safety and health considerations
  • Promote skill development
  • Assist with ADLs
Good to have:
  • Personal/professional experience with individuals with disabilities
  • Knowledge of Home and Community Based Waiver
  • Understanding of Person Centered Planning
  • Flexibility in work hours
  • Ability to respond to scheduling needs
Perks:
  • Free single and family medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Referral program
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • 403(b) company match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health savings account
  • $2,000 annual bonus for completing Defensive Driving class
  • $2,000 annual bonus for completing AMAP training

Job Details

Company Description

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Job Description

AHRC New York City is seeking Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their Adult Day Programs in All Five Boroughs. 

Pay Rate: $17-20.20 per hour...plus a comprehensive Benefit package. See Benefit information below.

  • Starting Rate: $17 per hour

  • After 6 Months: Increases to $18 per hour (if in good standing)

  • Bonuses (depends on driving status & program placement):

    • $2,000 annually upon completion and passing of AHRC Defensive Driving class

    • $2,000 annually upon completion of AMAP training

Schedule - Monday - Friday 8:30am to 3:30pm.

Why become an AHRC NYC DSP! 

  • The reward of helping others and building long lasting relationships
  • The feeling one gets from improving the quality of life for others. 
  • Hands on work experience 
  • Job Stability and Career advancement.
  • Paid Training
  • FREE Single & Family Medical Insurance!

Responsibilities:

  • Support individuals with disabilities in leading self-directed lives and becoming active members of their communities.
  • The oversight of all safety and health considerations
  • Promoting skill development, interests, and hobbies
  • Assisting with Adult Daily Living skills (ADLs)

Qualifications

  • Personal 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 required.

Additional Information

Benefits:

  • Full Medical Ins. Paid by Company....No Cost to You! (Single & Family Plans) 
  • Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
  • Paid Training
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral program
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • 403(b) company match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health savings account

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AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. 

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