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 the company recognized by Forbes as a Best Midsize Employer in America two years in a row. Join our team and discover your passion.

AHRC NYC Home care division is looking to hire Per-Diem Direct Support Professionals 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:

• 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.
• Experience with the I/DD population is Preferred but Not Required. AHRC NYC provides additional trainings for those starting or changing career paths.
• Willingness to support people’s preference for community, activities, work, leisure activities, the exercising of their rights, etc. in various settings.

AHRC NYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status, as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing and able to support people's preferences for community, activities, work, leisure activities, the exercise of their rights?
• Are you willing and able to work weekends?
• A High school Diploma or GED is required. Do you meet this requirement?
• Do you have personal or professional experience caring for people with Intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)? If so and your resume does not show this experience please provide details.

Work Location: In person