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DSP HIRING EVENT - Staten Island

AHRC NYC

Posted about 2 months ago

Full Time

New York, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for the safety, health, and skill development of neurodivergent individuals in group home settings. They assist with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene while fostering independence and community engagement.

Qualifications

You have experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and possess a high school education or GED. You are patient, professional, and able to perform data entry, with a willingness to support individuals' preferences and daily living skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Data entry

Medical Insurance

Job Description

Company Description

AHRC 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 Description

AHRC NYC is holding a HIRING EVENT for Full -Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their STATEN ISLAND Group home residences.

DATE & TIME: WEDNESDAY MAY 20TH from 10AM-1PM

LOCATION: Recruiter will provide specific address to qualified candidates.

PAY RATE: $20-$20.36 per hour based on driving status .  

POSITIONS TO BE FILLED:

40hr Evening Shifts: 2pm-10pm...Drivers License Required. In addition, these position comes with a generous Benefit package which includes FREE MEDICAL INSURANCE. See additional Benefit information below.

Weekend availability needed for most positions!                                

Why become a 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 
  • Flexible schedules that fit with a second job or school schedule.
  • Paid Training

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.

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, highly preferred.

Additional Information

Benefits:

  • FREE Medical Insurance! (Single & Family plans)
  • Paid Training
  • Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Savings account
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • 403(b) match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Referral program

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. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AHRC NYC

AHRC New York City is a Chapter of The Arc New York. Our Vision A socially just world where the power of difference is embraced, valued and celebrated. Our Mission Advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. Equity for People with Disabilities We’re fiercely committed to achieving equity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York City. At AHRC New York City we support more than 15,000 people annually under our guiding principle of equity for people with disabilities. We uphold the highest standards in supporting people to lead full and equitable lives and are part of a social justice movement grounded in our common humanity. Our 5,000 staff are devoted to the highest levels of excellence and innovation in all aspects of their work to actively create a world where the power of difference is embraced, valued and celebrated. We’re meeting our objectives by not only providing supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, but by also calling for change in legislation and public policy, and advocating for better education, living arrangements, prospects for work and fuller lives in the community. We’re an over 75-year-old family governed organization, among the very best champions for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York City and beyond. The number of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is great as are the inequities they face in a world that still perpetuates an “us and them” mentality. Now more than ever, we call upon government, corporations, foundations and the public to join us so we can effectively advocate and achieve equity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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