DSP Residential - All 5 Boroughs
About The Position
AHRC New York City is hiring full- and part-time Direct Support Professionals for residential group homes in all five boroughs. DSPs support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) with community participation, advocacy, and building meaningful relationships. The organization seeks patient, understanding, team-oriented people who will help individuals lead full and equitable lives. Compensation is $20–$21.96 per hour, depending on residence placement, position, and driving status. Available schedules include evening shifts (3 p.m.–11 p.m. or 2 p.m.–10 p.m.) and day shifts (7 a.m.–3 p.m.), each listed as 40 hours and requiring a driver's license. Weekend and weekday overnight shifts (11 p.m.–9 a.m.) are available at 40 or 30 hours and do not require a driver's license. The role involves overseeing safety and health, promoting skill development and personal interests, assisting with activities of daily living, and providing other individualized support such as cooking, cleaning, and hygiene assistance. AHRC offers training, career development, and opportunities for advancement.
Requirements
- Professionalism, integrity, and excellent communication skills.
- Patience.
- Willingness to support people's preferences for community, activities, work, leisure activities, and exercise of their rights in various settings.
- Ability to use a computer for data entry.
- A driver's license is required for day and evening shifts; it is not required for overnight shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Personal or professional experience supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
- High school education or GED.
Responsibilities
- Oversee safety and health considerations.
- Promote skill development, interests, and hobbies.
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Provide individualized assistance, including cooking, cleaning, and hygiene support.
- Support individuals' preferences regarding community participation, activities, work, leisure, exercise of rights, and other settings.
Benefits
- Free medical insurance, including single and family plans.
- Paid time off, including sick, personal, and vacation time.
- Paid training.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Referral program.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
- Life insurance.
- Paid orientation.
- Employee discounts.
- Flexible Spending account.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
