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. Come join our team and discover your passion.

AHRC NYC is seeking to hire an Employment Skills Direct Support Professional (DSP) for their Bronx Day Program. The main focus of this role will be to enhance the participants employability by working on work behavior and employment skills.

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

Pay Rate: $17- $17.82 per hour based on education level plus an increase to $18 - $18.82 per hour after six months if in good standing. 

Responsibilities:

• Work with participants by assisting them to learn and develop social skills, daily living skills and habits.
• Responsible for doing pickups and drop offs of the people we support from their residences to the day programs..
• Transport participants to appointments, social outings, and other activities.
• Complete daily progress reports.

• Personal and/or Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• NYS Driver's License Required.
• Experience working with or mentoring people to improve employment skills a plus
• Ability to communicate both orally and in written form in English.
• Reasonable flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to the scheduling needs of the individual.
• Understanding of Person Centered Planning.
• Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with program participants, families, staff and community agencies.
• High School diploma or GED is required.

Benefits:

• Full Medical Ins. Paid by Company (Single & Family Plans)
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Paid Training
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) company match
• Life insurance
• Employee discount
• Health savings account

AHRC New York City provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants, with employment based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (with or without sexual conduct), age, disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic disposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic as established by law.