DSP Employment Skills (Drivers) - Bronx

AHRC NYC•Bronx, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

AHRC New York City is seeking Full-Time (35 hours per week) Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their Bronx Day Program. This role involves assisting participants in learning and developing social and daily living skills, accompanying them to various activities, and maintaining accurate records. The position offers a pay rate of $18 per hour, a comprehensive benefits package, and potential bonuses for driving status and program needs.

Requirements

Ability to communicate both orally and in written form in English.
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.
Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with program participants, families, staff and community agencies.

Nice To Haves

Personal and/or Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
Drivers License for more than one year in good standing preferred
High School diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with participants by assisting them to learn and develop social skills, daily living skills and habits.
Accompany participants to appointments, community outings, and other activities.
Complete progress notes and make entries into the daily log book.

Benefits

FREE Medical Ins. Paid by Company...No Cost to Employee! (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
Paid orientation
Employee discounts
Health savings account