Job Description

AHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

AHRC NYC Home care division is looking to hire Per-Diem Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to help staff our residences throughout the Five Boroughs. The payrate for this position is $18.00 per hour depending on driving status and training experience.

Home Care Direct Support Professionals:

• Available Per-Diem schedules rang from 8-40hrs per week (based on employee and/or shift availability)
• Most schedules include working weekends.....weekend only schedules also available.
• Bilingual is a plus (i.e. Spanish, Creole, Russian, Mandarin)
• Typical shifts are evenings 3pm-11pm and overnights from 11pm-9am.

Are you a DSP candidate?

• We are seeking patient, understanding, and team oriented people to support people with I/DD in community participation, advocacy and building meaningful relationships.
• Must be willing to teach, provide counseling, be capable of problem solving, and willing to assist or complete Activities of Daily Living (i.e. preparing meals, cleaning, attending to hygiene needs).
• Must provide the oversight of all safety and health considerations for the person supported while promoting skill development and exploring the person’s interest and hobbies.
• Must be willing to work with a person supported on a one to one basis, or work with people supported in a group setting across a variety of environments.

Qualifications

• Experience with the I/DD population is Preferred but Not Required. AHRC NYC provides additional trainings for those starting or changing career paths.
• Professionalism; integrity; excellent communication skills; patience; sensitivity and commitment to working with the I/DD population.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent, or completion of certification in the following areas: HHA, CNA, PCA.
• Willingness to support people’s preference for community, activities, work, leisure activities, the exercising of their rights, etc. in various settings.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• 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.