DSP Day Program - All 5 Boroughs

AHRC NYC•Manhattan, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AHRC New York City is seeking Full and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their Adult Day Programs in All Five Boroughs. The reward of helping others and building long lasting relationships, the feeling one gets from improving the quality of life for others, job stability and career advancement, paid training, and hands-on work experience are all reasons to become an AHRC NYC DSP.

Requirements

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.

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 activities of daily living (ADLs)