AHRC New York City

Residential Habilitation Counselor (Per-Diem) - New York City

AHRC New York City  •  $18/hr  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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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 is currently seeking Per-Diem Residential Habilitation Counselors (RHC) to work one on one with people in their private homes and communities in all five boroughs The RHC provides one to one services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the areas of Activities of daily living(ADL) Skills Training Development, Socialization, Recreation and Leisure Activities, and Utilization of Community Resources.

The RHC position is a part-time/per-diem position with a pay rate of $18 per hour.

  • Shifts are primarily in the afternoons, evenings or weekend mornings or afternoons
  • Shifts are usually 4-6 hours long. Typical Monday-Friday shifts are 2pm-7pm, 3:30pm-8:30pm or 4pm-8pm etc. Monday to Friday
  • Weekend shifts are typically 9am-2:00pm, 10am-3pm, 2pm-6pm etc.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • 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 exercise 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.

AHRC New York City

About AHRC New York City

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.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, N.Y.
Year Founded
1949
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