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.
Social Services Agency seeks Community Support Supervisor to develop direction for service with clear philosophy and expectations toward personal future planning and community inclusion; develops activities to implement this philosophy. Through assigned staff, fosters independence, productivity and community inclusion of the individuals served while protecting their health, safety, well being and civil rights. Ensures that individualized habilitation plans are consistent with individuals’ service plans and are supported by the team; follows through on each individual’s established outcomes and documentation of progress by the Community Support Professionals. Facilitates and supports the development and maintenance of individual support networks through outreach to family members, community members, and professionals and through coordination of personal planning sessions in collaboration with the individual served. Coordinate and participate in direct support staff training and in-services by orienting new staff, arranging for staff to attend training, maintaining training records, and supporting ongoing staff development. Evaluates assigned support staff on an ongoing basis implementing a job performance evaluation annually; develops appropriate goals for staff and follows through on staff progress. Assigns staff various duties particularly in the case of staff absences; ensures that there is adequate supervision for the service needs of the individuals served at the program. Facilitates effective communication with employees and outside agencies for ongoing development of community opportunities. Functions as liaison between Service Coordination Services and Day Habilitation service. Participate in any special case conference, staff and parent meetings as appropriate. Ensure that individuals supported are safe and living healthy lives by monitoring safety issues, coordinating, monitoring and documenting medical support, practicing appropriate emergency procedures, responding to emergencies and promoting individual rights regarding health and safety issues. Enhance staff relations by using effective communication skills, encouraging growth and self-development, facilitating teamwork, employing conflict resolution skills, and providing adequate support to staff. Ensures that program remains in compliance with New York State Home and Community-Based Waiver Services regulations, agency philosophies, and policies.
Salary Full Time 89,544 per year.
Resume to: J amellah Cadell, HR Manager– AHRC, NYC, 83 Maiden Lane, 11th Fl, NY, NY 10038 or via email to recruitment@ahrc.org
Minimum Requirements: Masters in Business Management or related field. Will accept a single degree or any combination of degree, diplomas or professional credentials determined to be equivalent to a US Masters in Business Management by an accredited credential evaluation service.
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 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.
