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Job Description "Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!” Job Summary The Direct Support Professional (DSP), such as a Group Leader or Habilitation Specialist, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Day Habilitation program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community through recreational outings and volunteer training opportunities. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times. The salary range for this position is $18.00 an hour. Shift Information: Early Morning to Late Afternoon, Weekdays Only. Provide Safety & Support • Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships, • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals, • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals, • Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives, • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans, • Maintain all required certifications, • May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.), • Ability to run, when needed, • High School Diploma or GED preferred, • Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary – Dependent on work experience & valid Driver’s License, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff), • Medical can be as low as $6 dollars per paycheck ( for FT staff), • Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually, • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff), • Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff), • Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving), • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, • 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match, • Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA, • Opportunities for career advancement *This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. To Apply: Please send your resume to

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general supervision, is responsible for assisting in a wide variety of program areas as assigned by Program Director or designee. Implements program plans (goals, on-going services, special needs) under direct supervision of Habilitation Specialist and provides personal care to the persons receiving services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Habilitation Assistant will include, but are not limited to the following: • Provides physical and programmatic aid to the people we support where assigned., • Aids in daily operation of assigned program areas., • Assists with supervision of the people we support in assigned areas., • Assists the people we support out into community on a regular basis and while out there, maintains close supervision of them., • Drives agency vehicles for transportation of the people we support, pickups, deliveries, community outings and medical appointments, or emergencies as required., • Performs clerical work for assigned areas, i.e. collating, folding, typing and answering telephones., • Participates in case conferences as needed., • Serves as member of interdisciplinary plan., • Collects data for written program plans as assigned, i.e. behavior plans, treatment plans., • Provides necessary program support/coverage., • Writes case notes and provides information on incidents as required., • Follows established classroom activity schedules., • Assists Habilitation Specialist in maintaining a clean and organized program rooms., • Assists with toileting and feeding of persons receiving services., • Assists with outer clothing of persons receiving services as needed., • Participates in activities outside of activity room, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool with program participants as required., • Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after successful completion of medication administration course and in line with agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by a nurse in all areas related to medication administration., • Attends periodic supervisory conferences and with the program director and required staff meetings., • Participates in in-service training programs within the department., • Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards., • Substitutes in other groups as requested., • Performs other related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver’s License and must maintain it in good standing, • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, the people we support, and their families, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma or GED required, • Six months of related experience is preferred but not required, • Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire in salaried status COMPENSATION: $18.54 - $19.06/hour + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees. At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description Overview Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding an Adult Unit Chief to the Inpatient Unit at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County. The Behavioral Health Center offers a comprehensive suite of services for mental health including First Episode Psychosis program, medical services, opioid treatment, substance use disorders services, a specialized unit for people with Intellectually Disability, an inpatient Extended care unit focusing on the needs of our homeless patients and prevent recidivism, ketamine assisted therapy, and inpatient and outpatient services for adults and children. Our skilled team—including adult and child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychologists, internists, nurses, social workers, creative arts therapists, peer counselors and addiction counselors delivers compassionate care in a secure environment, respecting each patient's dignity and partnering with them on their recovery journey. We also provide educational resources for patients and caregivers to enhance their understanding of mental health and addiction issues and available treatments. Our services range from psychopharmacology and various forms of psychotherapy (individual, group, and family) to specialized programs like outpatient withdrawal management, medication maintenance (including Methadone and Buprenorphine), overdose prevention, and support for personal development goals such as employment and education. Each patient receives a personalized assessment and treatment plan tailored to their specific needs, ensuring a holistic approach to recovery and health management. The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University to maintain its high healthcare delivery standards and to provide its staff with teaching and research opportunities and the chance to work with medical students, residents and fellows very closely. The mission of NYC Health + Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff. Responsibilities The Unit Chief collaborates with a robust interdisciplinary treatment team, including nurses, psychologists, clinical pharmacists, social workers, licensed creative arts therapists, and peer counselors to oversee daily operations of an Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. Oversee Unit Clinical Structure • Establish and oversee interdisciplinary teams and team meetings, • Ensure that community meetings and other therapeutic groups take place as scheduled, • Participate in Behavioral Codes on the unit, providing leadership to the staff and patient community, • Work with all teams on the unit to monitor length of stay and appropriate dispositions, particularly ensuring that:, • Patients who are refusing medications are taken to court promptly, • Patients who have reached their 18th day are referred for state hospitalization for continuing treatment, • Patients who would benefit from AOT are referred promptly, • Other potential barriers to discharge are identified and solved for, • Work with the medical-consultation team ensure that medical problems are properly identified and managed, • Ensure that legal statuses are up to date and accurate, • Provide clinical consultation to teams on your unit, • Assist and supervise unit psychiatrists and nurse practitioners as needed, • Monitor the need for psychiatrist assessments and other components of applications of aftercare, in such applications for appropriate housing, residential placements and state referrals, • Participate in Performance Improvement and Quality Assurance activities, including chart reviews. Educates unit staff members on Performance Improvement, Quality Assurance activities, indicators, etc. and be able to help the unit improve if their performance is below the mean for the service, • In collaboration with risk management reviews major incidents on the inpatient unit, • Assist in the preparation for surveys, • Work with the UM department to conduct MD to MD reviews and participate in any appeals to ensure authorization of inpatient stays, • Maintains focus on key strategic priorities including patient experience, access to care, increased market share, and improving financial stability Qualifications • Must be board eligible or board certified in Psychiatry, • M.D. or D.O. from an accredited school of medicine, • Completed residency training in an accredited program within Psychiatry Annual Base Salary: $257,000 based on 40-hour work week. The annual total value of the compensation package is estimated at $282,700, which includes the baseline salary, 401(k) contribution, and other factors as set forth below: • 401(k) Company Contribution (subject to IRS contribution limits):, • Employees are immediately vested in a 3% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required., • After one year of service, employees receive an additional 7% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required., • Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement., • Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days., • Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage: Top-tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates., • Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage: Equal to 2x your salary (up to a maximum of $300,000) provided at no cost to you., • Additional employee-paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage is available for you and your family., • Loan Forgiveness: Position may be eligible for loan forgiveness through certain state or federal programs., • Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence-based): Provided at no cost to the employee., • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our policies ensure equal opportunities for all. Learn more about our initiatives by visiting our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page. *Salary Disclosure Information: The annual base salary listed complies with the New York City law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The annual base salary listed is for full-time employment and does not include bonuses/incentive compensation or benefits. Actual total compensation depends on many factors, including experience, specialties, historical productivity, and historical collections. **The annual total value of the compensation package shown is provided as an illustration and is not guaranteed.

Job Description Since 2009, The Dorm has been a mission-driven, client-centered mental health organization that has been bringing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to young adults, ages 18-30. We are looking for a passionate licensed clinical therapist to join our multidisciplinary New York City team and contribute to our goal of making a difference. Our therapists offer one-on-one individual therapy, coaching, and group therapy to help clients explore recurring issues and life patterns that interfere with their ability to lead lives of independence, meaning, and purpose. Therapists at The Dorm are "generalists" comfortable working with young adults who have varied mental health issues at different levels of acuity. With us, you’ll be part of the next frontier in mental health care with an integrative treatment model and outcomes research approved by a third-party validated Institutional Review Board (IRB). We blend individualized therapy and skills coaching, hands-on family work, group-based clinical support and a bustling community and social Clubhouse experience unseen elsewhere in our industry. With competitive salaries between $65,000 and $75,000 (based on background/experience) and a proud commitment to diversity in the workplace that affirms all races, genders and backgrounds, our strength is our community and we hope that includes you! What You Will Do: * Provides individual, group and family therapy for The Dorm clients and family members, as applicable. * Provides life-skills coaching off-site in the community and in clients’ apartments as clinically indicated. * Conducts Bio-Psycho-Social Assessments and comprehensive intakes of all prospective clients. * Maintains accurate and up to date charts that are in compliance with the expectations and standards outlined in The Dorm’s Policy and Procedure manual. * Participates in weekly supervision, group supervision, and co-facilitator supervision as indicated by direct supervisor. * Responsible for at least 25 hours of clinical work per week * Participates in On-Call weekly coverage system on a rotating basis up to four times per year. * Work up to 2 evenings per week What You Need To Qualify: * Master’s degree in social work, counseling or related program in psychology required. * State Licensure in social work or counseling required. * The ideal candidate has at least 1-3 years of related experience in a clinical setting with adolescents or young adults. What We Offer: * Spotlight: The Dorm Clinic. As a full time employee of The Dorm, our clinicians are invited to participate in The Dorm Clinic: our in-house group practice that provides clients and families continued individual psychotherapy. Our clinicians are compensated at a rate of $125/hr in addition to their full time salary and benefits! * Flexible PTO - for a team that’s rested, recharged and feeling their best * Full benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, vision and a 401K with up to 3% company match, fully vested after 3 years * Free in-house clinical trainings, DEIB trainings and yearly spending allowance for continuing education credits (CEUs) * Long term treatment model: Form deep therapeutic alliances and be a bigger part of your clients’ journeys (average client length of stay is 12 months) * Flexible, creative, team-based work environment in the heart of NYC and in an inspiring, centrally-located therapeutic setting * Limitless opportunities to expand your therapeutic impact: work with our research team; support our groundbreaking student scholarship program; be featured in the media on topics that matter; or pilot a new treatment group — At The Dorm, it's all possible! * We are family-owned and operated and proud to be a trusted, CARF-accredited organization The Dorm is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, partnership status, creed, sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, uniformed service or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Description Mental Health Counselor — Manhattan, NY (Part-Time School Day) Overview/Impact Are you a dedicated Mental Health Counselor passionate about supporting the mental health and academic success of students in Manhattan? Knowledge Road is seeking a part-time Mental Health Counselor to join our team and provide essential psychological services to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With an unprecedented need for mental health support in schools and a critical shortage of qualified professionals, your expertise is urgently needed to help students navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adolescents through evidence- based psychological interventions. As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will have the autonomy to deliver individualized interventions, working collaboratively with school teams and families to support student mental health and academic achievement. Responsibilities As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will: Provide direct, high-quality individual and group counseling services to students, as mandated by their Individualized Education Service Programs/Individualized Education Programs (IESP/IEP). Address a comprehensive range of social, emotional, and behavioral concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and complex psychological conditions. Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to inform treatment planning and educational recommendations. Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans utilizing various therapeutic modalities tailored to the unique developmental and cultural needs of each student. Collaborate closely with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other mental health professionals to create a holistic and supportive learningenvironment. Maintain meticulous and timely documentation of all services, progress, and outcomes in compliance with DOE regulations, HIPAA requirements, and Knowledge Road standards. Actively participate in IESP/IEP meetings, offering expert psychological insights and recommendations to guide student progress and educational planning. Qualifications Must Have: NYS license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience providing psychological services to children and adolescents. Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and teletherapy platforms. NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status required or willingness to obtain prior to start. Preffered: Experience in a school-based setting or educational environment. Specialized training in child and adolescent therapy modalities (e.g., CBT , DBT , play therapy, family therapy). Experience with psychological assessment and testing. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, or other languages prevalent in Manhattan schools. Current Openings We are currently hiring for the following part-time Mental Health Counselor positions in Manhattan. Schedule & Location This is a part-time, school-day position with a schedule that follows the NYC DOE calendar. You will be providing services on-site at one or more schools in Manhattan, with specific assignments based on student needs. Hours/week are driven by IESP/IEP mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Typically ~5-15 hours/week in school- day blocks. Compensation $75/hr (1099). Why Join Knowledge Road? At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from: 1099 contractor role with quick, reliable payments Streamlined admin and documentation workflows Supportive team with DOE compliance/scheduling help Collaborative network of NYC school-based providers Application Requirements Please submit your resume and relevant NYS license/certification. Include (or note willingness to obtain) NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status. Documentation of your doctoral degree in Psychology. EEO Statement Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all contractors. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Description Do you value working for an organization that is truly driven by its mission? Are you excited at the prospect of being able to be a positive presence in a person's life? Does exploring different corners of New York City to find interesting things to do and forming meaningful relationships sound like a dream job? Are you looking for FLEXIBLE work that can fit into your schedule? If your answer is yes to the above, then you are in the right place! Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the Community Connections program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. We are looking for DSPs to work with participants who are new to JobPath as they are coming in through our transitional programs. Our cohort changes and we support people all throughout the city but at the moment we have participants located in the Bronx, Harlem, and Brooklyn. Our current cohort has participants who are interested in sports and fitness (especially swimming and bike riding), creative arts (such as video editing, wood crafts, and other arts), computers and gaming, creative arts (singing, dancing, acting), and working with children. Our cohort has a range of personality and communication styles so we welcome anyone to apply but ideally we are looking for DSPs who are willing to help these participants adjust to our day hab program and build their programming. Days and times will vary depending on but we can also supplement hours with other open shifts in the department. Typical shifts are 9am to 3pm or 10am to 4pm, though there is variability in schedules based on the needs of the people we support. If you are only interested in weekend or overnight support work, please visit our Residential Direct Support Professional listing. Areas of responsibility include: Direct Support • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Providing assistance at volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships, • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets via online portals by assigned deadlines Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, written and spoken English. Prior experience a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities). Must have basic computer skills, such as ability to respond to e-mails, submit electronic timesheets, and complete case notes through an electronic health record system. This position would be one-to-one through the Community Connections department. Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b retirement plan with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six-month measurement period. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. ***Please be aware that Job Path requires all employees who use their personal cellular phones for work purposes to enroll in Job Path's Mobile Device Management system. Whistleblower policy: Powered by JazzHR ZWYylWk0Sp

Job Description Are you currently working in a role within Human Services or Social Services, providing crucial support to others? Consider directing your passion and expertise toward a fulfilling career in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) field. Your valuable skills and commitment to enhancing lives can make a significant impact on children with Autism, aligning with a community dedicated to positive change. Perks: * Enjoy job security and advancement opportunities in the thriving ABA industry. * Experience flexible schedules that accommodate your current commitments within the realm of Human Services or Social Services. * Receive competitive compensation, recognizing and valuing your contributions. * Ideal for those seeking part-time roles. * Tailored for professionals with a background in providing compassionate care and support. * No prior experience needed; we provide comprehensive training! Responsibilities: * Provide one-on-one ABA services to clients, using evidence-based interventions supporting independence and positive behavior. * Serve as an integral member of our clinical team, responsible for the direct implementation of skill-building and care plans. * Record session data accurately using electronic devices. * Foster a positive learning environment for clients and connect with families. Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent. * Willingness to learn and passionate about making a difference for children with Autism. * Patience, compassion, and the ability to maintain a calm demeanor in challenging situations. Need to Know: * Services will be provided in clients' homes or in community-based locations. * All positions start off part-time. * Required to take the 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician course. * Looking to hire candidates who are willing to make a 6-month commitment to change our clients lives. This position is perfect for anyone passionate about helping children with Autism thrive! We provide paid training — no prior experience is required. Great Fit If You Have Experience In: * Education or early childhood development * Childcare, babysitting, or youth mentorship * Teaching assistant, paraprofessional, or instructional aide roles * After-school programs or camp counseling * Behavioral health, mental health, or social services * ABA therapy or working with individuals with Autism * Healthcare support (DSP, CNA, HHA, PCA, caregiver) * Supporting a neurodiverse family member or loved one * Behavior Technician, ABA, Registered Behavior Technician No experience? No problem — paid training is provided! Ready to channel your support skills into a purpose-driven career? Apply today, join our team, and let your passion positively impact the lives of children with Autism. Apply today to join our team, begin your career in ABA, and make that positive difference!

Job Description About the Role Youth Counselor (NSD) are the guardians of the daily milieu, and their role is absolutely central in our efforts to help the youth residing in the facility. Supervise their assigned children in everyday life from the time they get up in the morning to the time they go to bed, and through the night. They participate in daily living routines. From morning to night, the Youth Counselort guides the children in establishing and maintaining health promoting and socially desirable habits, regarding personal hygiene, grooming, diet and mealtime behavior, leisure time activities and interaction with peers and adults. They support and maintain standards of good care, safety and order. Generally, they provide a strong sense of security and well-being for each youth by assuring protection from being hurt physically or abused emotionally. They are concerned about youth’s health needs. Under medical or nursing supervision, they may care for a youth who is ill, give first aid and dispense medication. They encourage and, as necessary, assist youth in their formal education by helping with homework and conveying a positive attitude toward learning. Through participation in maintaining clean and attractive housing conditions, they help the youth develop constructive attitudes toward work as well as pride in their living environment. They are involved in planning and organizing leisure time activities with the children. They encourage participation in group games and development of skills. Youth Counselor conveys a sense of empathy and encourages a trusting relationship between youth and themselves. They interpret to youth the agency’s/DJJ policies and requirements. They consult, share information and participate with members of other disciplines in planning and evaluation conferences. What You’ll Do • Provides direct supervision and is always accountable for the whereabouts of residents., • Manages person-supported behavior with the goal of teaching the young people to make positive, lasting changes in their behavior., • Implements daily routines, schedules and procedures., • Assures the safety of the person-supported and maintains security., • Ensures high standard of sanitary conditions throughout the house including heavy cleaning and laundry., • Participates in the planning and execution of educational, recreational, and personal enrichment activities., • Participates in ongoing meetings, conferences, training programs as required., • Interacts and communicates with Rising Ground staff in matters related to, but not limited to, the needs of the persons supported and the program, in general., • Responsible for providing safe transportation for person-supported and attending various appointments (including driving persons supported to and from school, medical appointments, and off-site family visits)., • Attend all mandatory training required by ACS, OCFS and the Agency., • Responsible for adhering to all ACS, OCFS and agency regulations., • Uphold rules, repertoire of responses, confrontation techniques, application of the restriction system, negotiating restrictions, Force Fields, utilization of Safe Crisis Management techniques when necessary., • Manages the peer group, understands peer group dynamics, promotes and maintains a positive peer group culture., • Attention to and support of medical issues, student educational needs, casework, clinical appointments, etc. Monitors residents in Family Court., • Completes log reports, complete behavior assessment reports, submit documentation, incident reports., • Informs the Case Planner and supervisors of any issues related to the youth or their families as they become aware of such information, • Ability to work various hours and days of the week, • Performs other duties as assigned. Your Qualifications • High school Diploma or GED required., • Experience working with youth especially in the residential setting., • College preferred., • Valid NYS Driver’s License required. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility: No Work Environment: Work locations are at an assigned juvenile justice facility throughout the five boroughs. Travel (if required): None- Program travel is only during program hours. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a 40-hour nonexempt position. Mandatory overtime is to be expected based on the needs of the program on various shifts. This is not a work from home position. Staff are paid for 8 hours straight time and are expected to eat with residents during mealtimes. Travel (if required): None- Program travel is only during program hours. Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to complete all standard administrative and support tasks including but not limited to climbing up and down stairs, operation of computers/phones/fax/printer/copy machine, and the ability to lift boxes, furniture, and equipment up to 30lbs. Must be able to travel from the various locations and sites of Rising Ground. Ability to perform physical restraint of youth using approved restraint techniques. Physical clearances are required and reevaluated annually. Additional Requirements: • Authorized to work in the U.S., • Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week. It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have fully read and understand my expectation to meet the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position and represent that I am capable of doing so in a satisfactory manner.

Job DescriptionAmazing U Community Services is seeking a caring and energetic female Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team on a part-time, 1099 contractor basis. This role involves supporting an individual in their daily routine, promoting independence, and assisting with scheduled activities. Responsibilities: • Provide support with daily living activities and community inclusion., • Ensure the safety, well-being, and dignity of the individual at all times., • Communicate effectively with supervisors and guardians., • Provide weekend support as scheduled. Requirements: • Must be dependable, compassionate, and energetic., • Ability to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends., • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred., • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred but not required)., • Must pass background check and meet state requirements for DSPs. Schedule: • 1099 contractor status If you are dedicated to making a positive difference in someone’s life, we encourage you to apply and become part of our Amazing U Community Services team.

Job Description If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Program * Hastings IRA Location * Hastings-on-Hudson - 580 Broadway Schedule * Full time, Part time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning, evening, and overnight schedules Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities * Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships. * Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community. * Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others. * Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations. * Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies. * Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans. * Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment. * Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols. * Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including: * Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping. * Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines. * Teaching/developing skills. * Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals. * Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals. * Facilitating ethical decision making. * Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies. * Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc. * Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided. * Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs). * Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS). * Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals’ observable behavior. * Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team. * Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts. * Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills. * Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR). * Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents). * Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching. * Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation. * Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). * Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee. * Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings. * Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others. * Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program. * May participate in the development of treatment plans. * For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials. * Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) * Must be at least 18 years of age. * Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff. * Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes. * Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions. * Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids. * Basic computer skills – including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks. * Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment. * Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking – Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment. * Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI’s mission and vision. * Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment. * Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized. * For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) * HS diploma or its educational equivalent * Work or life experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities Benefits: * DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today! * Tuition reimbursement * Medical and dental insurance (with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision) * Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time * 403(b) retirement with employer match * Life insurance and long-term disability * Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! Compensation * $18.00/hour - $18.79/hour All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIRED Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Sun-Thurs 3pm-11:30pm (Full-time 40 hours) Overview DSP's provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. DSPs provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities. Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc. • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff. As members of the Program Planning Team, DSPs communicate with other direct care staff or with supervisory or clinical staff for the purpose of sharing information and obtaining direction for specific assignments. They also communicate with the developmentally disabled individuals in their care, their families and others who come in contact with them. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED and ability to provide direct services to adults with developmental disabilities. Related experience desirable. Current clean New York State driver's license required. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified

Job Description Location Brooklyn 11203 Schedule Part-time, Overnight | Wednesday and Friday, 11pm-7:30am | 16 hours Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: This is an entry-level direct care position assigned to community residences. Incumbents are assigned to shifts to ensure the provision of 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week coverage. Workers in this job category perform a wide variety of tasks related to the care, nurturing, treatment, education, socialization, habilitation, recovery/healing, safety, security, and support of adults diagnosed with mental illness and substance abuse disorder. These tasks focus on supporting, instructing, and assisting recipients of services to develop the skills needed to attain personal goals, live, be educated, work, and socialize successfully in the community environments of their choice and also in maintaining a safe, clean environment. In addition, workers also advocate for clients and support families or other caregivers in their efforts to assist these individuals. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. • Throughout assigned shift performs regular inspections inside of the facility to ensure the safety of the consumers and residents, accountability of property, cleanliness of consumer rooms and common areas., • Immediately reports serious incidents, serious incident allegations, incidents, or sensitive situations to supervisors. Completes incident reports in accordance with Institute for Community Living policy., • Explains the types of services, recreational activities and other programs available to consumers and residents, instructs the consumer or resident in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict resolution., • Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual under the direction of the assigned supervisor and adheres to program policy on securing the safety and well-being of consumers/residents, staff and visitors requiring emergency medical care., • Assists and instructs individuals in attending to personal hygiene, grooming, nutrition and daily living; ensures that sufficient and appropriate attire is available., • Encourages and assists individuals to participate in physical, social, recreational, educational, and other rehabilitation goals to enhance the individual's recovery/healing, and draw individuals into fuller participation in the life of their family and community., • Reviews the staff communication log at the beginning of the work shift and makes entries in the staff communication log concerning security checks, crisis incidents, emergency situations, incident reports, or other essential elements of information designated by program management., • Observes the physical environment and performs housekeeping tasks as necessary to ensure the maintenance of a safe, clean, comfortable and healing environment for individuals., • Documents all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format; assist in crisis and emergency situations to protect the welfare of individuals, staff, and others., • Encourages and coaches individuals to participate in physical activities, exercise and athletic games, to promote physical well being; instructs and supports individuals in the performance of tasks such as shopping, meal preparation, housekeeping, transportation, and routine household operation and maintenance., • Accompanies and/or transports individuals to regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, and therapy sessions, as necessary and to social agencies, government offices, and social activities, such as dances, picnics, shopping visits, field trips to cultural and athletic events, and weekend activities, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the consumer., • May assist in developing educational, vocational, and social skills within the framework of the individual's treatment/service plan. May lead skills development or activity groups with individuals and families, as appropriate., • Models appropriate interpersonal behavior and social skills., • May assist and supervise individuals in meal preparation, laundry and light housekeeping tasks;, • May supervise activities of consumer workers in special tasks., • Participates in fire drills, performs headcounts, fire-watch and heat safety activities with other team members. Assists the clinical staff in accounting for residents/consumers. May assist in the filing of missing person reports on residents/consumers not accounted for in accordance with Institute for Community Living policy and procedure, • Expected to comply with attendance rules and timekeeping procedures and to report to work as scheduled and/or required on a regular basis. Must have availability and ability to work beyond the normal schedule as needed., • Expected to participate in clinical case conferences, attend regular scheduled team and staff meetings and supervision; complies with all required in-service training, and staff development activities., • As assigned, provides monitoring of medications and makes appropriate medication administration form entries in accordance with the medication protocol. As assigned, assists consumers/residents who are on a monitored medication regime., • Observes individuals’ behavior and specific responses to treatment and rehabilitation programs, support services and medication and reports observations orally and/or in writing, including computer entries, as instructed and in accordance with applicable audit and agency standards., • Basic knowledge of mental illness and serious emotional disturbances and substance abuse disorders., • Basic knowledge of treatment, rehabilitation, and community support programs as they relate to consumers/residents, families, and staff., • Basic knowledge of routine clinical procedures and medications., • Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences., • Serve as a role model to residents/consumers., • Ability to read and write at least at the secondary school level and to follow written and oral instructions., • Ability to complete written forms and reports in an accurate and timely manner, manually and by computer., • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public., • Ability to accompany or transport residents/consumers (Some assignments may require possession of a valid driver's license)., • Ability to be empathetic and supportive to consumers, instructing, demonstrating, modeling, and encouraging appropriate behavior and skills. High school graduate or GED plus one year of related human services experience. Specialized training or education in human services may be substituted for experience. NYS driver’s license may be required of some assignments. This position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised o meet the changing needs of the agency at the sole discretion of the management.

Job Description Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Needed ($19-19.80/hr) Workforce1 Healthcare Career Center is partnering with top NYC healthcare providers to connect qualified Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to immediate openings at a healthcare organization within the five boroughs. Key Responsibilities: Direct Support Professionals are essential to our Developmental Disabilities Division. These employees work directly with the people in our care, providing support to ensure their daily needs are met and that they are working toward their personal goals. • Ensuring appropriate supervision, health and safety of program participants, • Assisting in daily living skills (e.g. personal hygiene, food preparation, housekeeping, laundry, shopping), • Planning and preparing balanced meals, • Cleaning and maintaining residential unit, • Assisting individuals with the purchase of groceries, clothing, hygiene supplies and other items, • Transporting and escorting participants on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc, • Ensuring that participants’ medication is administered as necessary, • Completing daily progress notes and ensure participant’s plan of care is implemented, • HS Diploma/GED., • A NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver’s license with no more than 6 points., • AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid Certifications preferred.

Job Description Our Mission: Since 1967, Odyssey House has provided innovative services and programs to a broad population of individuals and families struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. Odyssey House helps New Yorkers of all ages—and across all five boroughs—beat drugs and alcohol with highly individualized treatment programs. Odyssey House provides high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres, including: psychological, physical, social, family, educational and spiritual in order to support personal rehabilitation, renewal and family restoration. Odyssey House goes beyond helping individuals beat drugs and alcohol. We help rebuild lives. There’s more to recovery than just getting clean. We help individuals get healthy again, too, with medical and dental care, fitness programs, support for your mental health and more. Individuals can stay with their children while in treatment, while learning new life skills, so they can stay together and repair other broken relationships in their lives. We provide educational and work skill trainings, outpatient services and available housing assistance, so individuals can step back into real life with a real future. If that sounds different than other treatment programs, you’re right. Because Odyssey is where recovery gets real. Who You Are: • Providing counseling and case management services related to substance abuse, legal, mental health, medical and vocational/educational issues are the reasons you are pursuing a career within social services., • You are a collaborator and forward thinker, who has maintaining compliance as their first thought when handling client cases., • Your belief that a healthy lifestyle is a drug-free one and strive to be a role model to the clients that you serve., • You are a self-motivated, resilient person who thrives in a clinical environment., • You enjoy working within a team that is diverse, as well with communities that are vulnerable in nature, in order to deliver culturally competent services to a varying client population in an urban setting., • You believe that treatment services should be based on individualized treatment plans that pertain to chemical abuse/dependency and that other affected life areas including discharge planning needs need to be assessed on the one-on-one client level., • You are a team player, who is highly organized and has time management skills., • You are well versed in technology and have excellent communication skills., • CASAC or CASAC-T required. (A Master’s Degree in a counseling related field preferred)., • CCAR Recovery Coach certification required. Candidates who do not have this certification must obtain the standard within 6-month probationary period., • Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Records, and Outlook programs)., • Administer psychosocial assessment tools (i.e. GAIN, Comprehensive Evaluation) at various points in time within regulatory required time frames., • Provide individual counseling and case management services onsite and in the home or community, addressing all medical, psychiatric, housing, vocational, and other life area concerns., • In collaboration with each client, formulates an individualized treatment plan, monitors achievement of objectives, reviews and updates the treatment plan in accordance with regulatory requirements and as clinically indicated., • Maintain up-to-date client clinical records including at minimum: treatment plans, group counseling notes and progress notes in accordance with regulatory guidelines and program standards., • Conduct education/prevention groups to address topics which address chemical dependency and related issues., • Provide crisis intervention services., • Responsible for ongoing client discharge planning., • Provide other therapeutic services through active participation, observation and evaluation of each client’s assigned goal related and recovery focused tasks including continuity of care coordination., • Facilitate evidenced based groups and services per level of curriculum or individual training., • Operate as a liaison with all referral agencies providing regular verbal and written progress reports., • Establish community and agency affiliations which address the client’s need and strengthen the delivery of services., • Provide education and direct services to family members, as appropriate, in regards to client’s substance abuse and related behavioral issues., • Conduct collection of samples for urine toxicology and other forms of testing., • Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and case conferences., • Attend all required in-service training seminars., • Participate in quality improvement activities., • Other relevant duties as required. In addition to competitive salaries, Odyssey House offers a full spectrum of benefits: • A 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week), • Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule, • Life Insurance, • Medical Insurance (Two Plans), • Dental and Vision Insurance, • Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage), • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, • Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account, • 403(b) Plan, • Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit, • Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford), • Commuter Benefits, • Educational Assistance Programs, • Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits, • RUFit?! Fitness Program, • Legal Assistance through ARAG, • Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare, • Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher Odyssey House is an equal opportunity employer maintaining a non-discriminatory policy on hiring of its personnel. Odyssey House, and its operational divisions, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizen status in all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, training, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Job Description TITLE: Outpatient Counselor REPORTS: Clinical Supervisor PROGRAM: Bronx Outpatient Program/ 822 - 953 Southern Blvd. Bronx, NY 10459 Our Mission: Since 1967, Odyssey House has been providing innovative services and programs to a broad population of individuals and families struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. Odyssey House helps New Yorkers of all ages—and across all five boroughs—beat drugs and alcohol with highly individualized treatment programs. Odyssey House provides high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres, including: psychological, physical, social, family, educational and spiritual in order to support personal rehabilitation, renewal and family restoration. If that sounds different than other treatment programs, you’re right. Because Odyssey is where recovery gets real. In addition to competitive salaries, Odyssey House offers: • A 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week), • Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule, • Life Insurance, • Medical Insurance (Two Plans), • Dental and Vision Insurance, • Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage), • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, • Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account, • 403(b) Plan, • Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit, • Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford), • Commuter Benefits, • Educational Assistance Programs, • Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits, • RUFit?! Fitness Program, • Legal Assistance through ARAG, • Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare The Outpatient Counselor is responsible for providing counseling and case management services related to substance abuse, legal, mental health, medical and vocational/educational issues. The Outpatient Counselor documents all provided services in a manner that is compliant with regulatory and third-party payor requirements. She/he works to coordinate and provide treatment services based on the individualized treatment plan including discharge planning. The Outpatient Counselor advocates for and promotes a recovery-based lifestyle. The Outpatient Counselor works closely with the rest of the staff as an integral part of the clinical team. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Administer comprehensive psychosocial assessment tools at intake and at various points in accordance with Odyssey House policy and procedures., • Provide individual counseling, group counselling and case management services onsite and in the home or community., • In collaboration with each client, formulates a comprehensive individualized treatment plan, monitors achievement of objectives, reviews and updates the treatment plan in accordance with clinical needs of the client., • Maintain up-to-date client clinical records including at minimum: treatment planning, group counseling notes, progress notes, and the monitoring of social determinants of health in accordance with regulatory guidelines and program standards., • Provide crisis intervention services., • Responsible for ongoing client discharge planning beginning at admission., • Provides ongoing assessment of each assigned client, monitoring for any changes in clinical needs., • Assures timely an effective care coordination with collateral services providers, family members and criminal/family justice agencies., • Delivers clinical services in accordance with evidence-based curricula and training., • Acts as a liaison with all referral agencies providing regular verbal and written progress reports., • Establish community and agency affiliations which address the client’s need and strengthen the delivery of services., • Provide education and direct services to family members, as appropriate, regarding client’s substance use/misuse and related behavioral issues., • Conduct collection of samples for toxicology randomly and as needed., • Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and case conferences., • Attend all required in-service training seminars., • Participate in quality improvement activities., • Other relevant duties as required. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, • CASAC or CASAC-T preferred, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire., • Ability to deliver culturally competent services to a diverse client population in an urban setting., • Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Health Records, and Outlook programs)., • Must be able to work a flexible schedule., • Bilingual Spanish preferred Odyssey House is an equal opportunity employer maintaining a non-discriminatory policy on hiring of its personnel. Odyssey House, and its operational divisions, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizen status in all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, training, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Job Description Title: Therapist (DGMH) Department: Center for Resiliency and Wellness Job Location: 623 Broadway, New York, NY 10012/In-Field Job Status: Fee for Service (7-21 hours/week) Availability: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm Requirements: LCSW, LMHC About Greenwich House Founded in 1902 as a settlement house to help New York’s increasing immigrant population adjust to life in a new country, Greenwich House today offers a variety of programs and approaches that continue to provide thousands of New Yorkers with health and wellness support, education, personal enrichment, skills building and cultural experiences. Position Summary The Greenwich House Center for Resiliency and Wellness is seeking a DGMH Therapist who will be responsible for providing embedded, on-site behavioral health services to adults 60+ at DFTA Older Adult Centers. Services provided include: structured engagement groups, unstructured individual engagement; short & long term behavioral health services integrating the creative arts. The provider should have awareness of: life stages and aging process; trauma informed care, Domestic/Intimate Partner/Gender Violence issues, as well as LGBTQ/gender nonconforming or questioning communities and communities of color, using individual, family, group and evidence-based modalities. Primary Responsibilities • Provide long and short-term psychotherapy to clients and collateral family members where appropriate (including crisis intervention) in person or Telehealth in compliance with NYS OMH criteria., • Facilitate time limited and ongoing group therapies as well as structured engagement presentations., • Utilize concurrent clinical documentation in electronic health record (eCR) and data entry (Peer Place) in compliance with NYS Office of Mental Health; Dept for the Aging and NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene requirements to include: periodic assessment scales; progress notes; treatment plans and treatment plan reviews; incident reports and encounter forms., • Alert immediately the Director of reportable incidents and clients at risk behaviors., • Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned by the direct supervisor., • Interact with all levels of personnel within the organization. Secondary Responsibilities • Collaborate with Case Manager and Peer Advocate on shared clients., • Refer clients to appropriate community resources for case management issues/advocacy, e.g. legal, housing, health, education, vocational, entitlements., • Maintain working relationships as needed with hospitals, nursing homes, entitlement sources, legal advocates and other social service agencies. Administrative Responsibilities • Participate in supervision and interdisciplinary staff meetings., • Meet program productivity benchmarks for billable services as determined by agency standards., • Participate in ongoing professional training for continuing education units and other professional development as mandated by the agency or recommended by supervisor. Qualifications • LCSW/LMHC (New York State Department of Education) with minimum two or three years clinical counseling experience., • Strong engagement skills and knowledge of age related, life stages, mental health conditions and harm reduction recovery and openness to integrate creative arts., • Experience with adult mental health 60+, knowledge of the aging process, life transitions and awareness of Domestic/Intimate Partner/Gender based Violence issues, as well as, GLBTQ/gender non-binary or questioning communities, and, communities of color., • Familiarity with a range of therapeutic interventions: trauma informed care, CBT, DBT, MI, ACT, creative arts and psychodynamic approaches to treatment., • Alignment with agency standard of ethics, conduct and organization policies., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to accomplish client goals and adapt to changing program environment., • Ability to prioritize and implement a course of action for handling multiple tasks., • Bilingual skills in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian, or Korean a plus, but, not required. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, a successful candidate must be able to perform satisfactorily each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified candidates with disabilities to perform these duties. Equal Employment Opportunity Greenwich House is strongly committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all individuals. All employment decisions and administration of all personnel policies are without regard to an applicant or employee’s actual or perceived race, religion, sex, age, national origin, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation or affectation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), predisposing genetic characteristic, genetic information, pregnancy, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, alienage, military or veteran’s status, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking offense and sex offenses, marital status, partnership status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. For more information regarding Greenwich House and our EEO statement, please visit

Job Description Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Direct Support Professional III- House Manager in our Residential department. ABOUT THE ROLE: The House Manager oversees the health, safety, and well-being of individuals in a residential setting while ensuring the smooth operation of the home. They provide leadership by supervising staff, facilitating their training, and managing their performance to ensure high-quality care. The role includes developing and maintaining positive relationships with staff, families, and community partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. The House Manager ensures all policies, including those related to the rights of individuals, are followed and addresses any issues or concerns. They manage daily operations, including household tasks, budget oversight, and medical appointments, while promoting independence among the individuals we support. In addition, the House Manager ensures compliance with safety regulations, including fire safety drills, and maintains a clean, welcoming home environment. They provide guidance and support to staff through regular meetings, staff evaluations, and problem-solving. Additionally, the House Manager participates in on-call duties and acts as a liaison between families, guardians, and other service providers. Schedule/Hours • Full Time: 40 Hrs, • Must be able to work flexible schedules to include some Evening/Overnight/Weekend availability Specific locations include Utica, Rome, Marcy, Clinton, Barneveld, Sauquoit, Whitesboro, and Oriskany Falls. Qualifications • Associate's degree in human services related field AND 1-2 years' experience working in Intellectual/Developmental Disability OR, • High school diploma/GED AND 3-5 years' experience working in Intellectual/Developmental Disability, • Specialized training may be substituted for 1 year., • Valid NYS Driver's License with Clean Record PAY & PERKS: • Pay Rate: $24.00/hr, • A comprehensive benefit package, • Generous paid time off, • Paid training If you want a rewarding career with the ability to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, apply today! WHAT SETS US APART: Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many of those families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally. The Arc Oneida-Lewis, where making a meaningful impact is not just a job; it's a calling! As a premier provider of services, support, and advocacy for individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities, we are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering inclusion. Our mission is clear: to provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, and a myriad of other services for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Our employees thrive in an inclusive and positive work culture that values collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that is not just about work but about building a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. More than a workplace-be part of a team dedicated to changing lives! The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Direct Support Professional II in our Residential department. ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Direct Support Professional II you will become more than a caregiver for the People We Support. You are a beacon of empowerment, setting the example both in the home and in the community. You will assist the People We Support by creating a variety of meaningful connections, turning daily task into opportunities for growth and independence, while also providing support with personal care routines and medication administration, accompanying them on appointments, and collaborating on preparing delicious meals. Every day is a little different, but every moment is a chance to make an impact. Schedule/Hours • Shifts are available on weekdays, weekends, and evenings, with both full-time and part-time opportunities! Specific locations include Utica, Rome, Lowville, Glenfield, Marcy, Clinton, Barneveld, Sauquoit, Whitesboro, and Oriskany Falls. Qualifications • One year of experience working with people with disabilities is preferred, • Valid NYS driver's license and reliable transportation, • High school diploma or GED PAY & PERKS: • Pay Rate: $18.50/hr, • A comprehensive benefit package, • Generous paid time off, • Paid training If you want a rewarding career with the ability to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities, apply today! WHAT SETS US APART: Founded in 1954, The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is a premier human services agency in the healthcare field. Our agency was started by parents who envisioned a rich, full life for their children with disabilities, inclusive of their community. Many of those families still champion these efforts today. We employ 700 staff and support over 1,400 people throughout Oneida and Lewis Counties. We provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, guardianship, respite, recreational, and day habilitation for people with developmental disabilities and their families. We own and operate integrated businesses in our community, including our Progress Industries business enterprise, a leading supply chain partner for small and large companies regionally and nationally. The Arc Oneida-Lewis, where making a meaningful impact is not just a job; it's a calling! As a premier provider of services, support, and advocacy for individuals with developmental, intellectual, or physical disabilities, we are dedicated to enriching lives and fostering inclusion. Our mission is clear: to provide a full spectrum of educational, vocational, employment, residential, family support, and a myriad of other services for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Our employees thrive in an inclusive and positive work culture that values collaboration, empathy, and a commitment to making a difference. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that is not just about work but about building a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. More than a workplace-be part of a team dedicated to changing lives! The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description GET PAID TO HAVE FUN WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS! Excellent Benefit Potential! Fun Work Environment! Career Growth! Our Direct Support Professionals assist and empower adults with intellectual disabilities in their home setting so that they can be as independent as possible! They provide assistance and support to people in areas such as personal care, advocacy, quality of life & community inclusion goals in various residential facilities throughout Queens. THESE OPPORTUNITIES ARE PERFECT for someone who: • Wants meaningful work experience to include on their resume, • Wants the opportunity to develop skills for higher level positions in the human services, • Desires meaningful, fun work beyond "just a job EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES • Low-Cost, High Quality Healthcare Insurance PLUS a Supplemental Visa Cash Card to offset healthcare costs (ie. co-pays and prescriptions)., • Various Employee Discounts through our healthcare program for wellness and physical fitness programs (and others!), • Paid Time Off (Sick, Personal, Holidays) which advances work / life balance., • Life Insurance, • Dental / Vision Insurance, • Retirement, • Paid training and on-site certifications, • An inclusive and diverse team environment BRIARWOOD, QUEENS • (Full-Time 40 Hours) Tues-Sat 3pm -11pm, • (Part-Time 16 Hours) Sun & Mon 3pm—11pm, • (Part-Time 16 Hours) Sat & Sun 3pm - 11pm Looking for Full-Time? Check out our Ziprecruiter ads for our Day Hab in Oakland Gardens (Queens) and Manhasset (Long Island). • We are looking to hire full-time employees to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 - 3:30., • All Day Hab positions require a Driver's License. QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL DSP POSITIONS: • MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE- (Employees are required to drive individuals to appointments and leisure activities)., • AMAP Certification OR Prior History of Being AMAP Certified, • Experience as a DSP working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities in an OPWDD Certified Setting. ANIBIC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, familial status, military status, disability and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Company DescriptionANIBIC, Inc. serves adults with intellectual disabilities services that help improve their qualify of life and independence in all areas of their lives: We provide the following services: • Residential Services (Queens), • Day Habilitation Services (Manhasset and Queens), • Vocational Services (Queens), • Family Support Services (Queens)ANIBIC, Inc. serves adults with intellectual disabilities services that help improve their qualify of life and independence in all areas of their lives: We provide the following services: \r\n* Residential Services (Queens)\r\n* Day Habilitation Services (Manhasset and Queens)\r\n* Vocational Services (Queens)\r\n* Family Support Services (Queens)

Job Description Location Brooklyn 11203 Schedule Sun-Mon 7am-3:30pm, 16-hour AM Essential Job Functions DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location Brooklyn 11223 Schedule Sat-Mon, 11pm-7:30am (24 hours, Part-time Overnight) Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location Brooklyn 11233 Schedule Fri-Sun 11pm-7:30am, 24-hour ONA Driver's License is required for this position Essential Job Functions DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location Bronx 10467 Schedule Friday-Monday 3pm-11:30pm Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location Brooklyn 11223 Schedule Part-time, Evening | Friday-Monday 3pm-11:30pm | 24 hours Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Thursday-Monday 3pm-11:30pm | Full-time Evening | 40 hours Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location Brooklyn 11226 Schedule Full Time 40 hours | Sun-Thurs 7am-3:30pm | Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location 730 East 87th St Brooklyn NY 11236 Schedule Tues-Sat | 3pm-11:30pm | Full-time PM DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job Description Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Fri-Mon 10pm-6:30am Essential Job Functions with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) DSP provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and reports any malfunction., • Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities. AMAP, SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job DescriptionJob SummaryWe are seeking a Behavioral Health - Direct Service Assistant to join our team! As a Behavioral Health - Direct Service Assistant, you will work with our seasoned clinical multidisciplinary team members to provide ongoing support services involving the day-to-day care of our patients in addition to performing administrative tasks throughout all program departments. The ideal candidate is compassionate, works well within a team environment, and is able to engage others in a respectful, professional and empathetic manner. Responsibilities • Assist counselors, nurses, intake department & other staff members in day-to-day care of our SPMI client population., • Coordinate appointments & accompany patients as needed for medical tests & doctors visits., • Assist clients with accessing community services., • Encourage socialization & communication., • Maintain a clean, safe, healing environment for all staff and patients., • Monitor clients during meal service/assist with tracking meal service attendance., • Aid clients in following program rules and regulations., • Maintain comprehensive records of patient interactions, promptly reporting concerns as needed., • Establish rapport and ongoing therapeutic relationships with clients., • Provide clients with encouragement and positive feedback., • Daily utilization of Electronic Health Record (EHR) to document client interactions & maintain ongoing clinical records.Qualifications/Requirements, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Strong problem-solving abilities., • Experience using electronic health records (EHR)., • Adept in clinical documentation., • Minimum BA in mental health or related field., • Must possess a positive, empathetic & compassionate attitude., • Must have a NJ Driver's license for 5+ years w/ a safe driving record.Schedule, • Monday to Friday, • 7:45 am to 4:15pm

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting their attention to the care and development of the people we support in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner which fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for the people we support in an agency facility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Residence Program Specialist will include but are not limited to the following: • Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support., • Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level., • Provides training for the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills., • Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility., • Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service trainings., • Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned., • Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action., • Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse, and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures., • Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history of the people we support in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices., • Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it., • If an emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to utilize strategies for crisis intervention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines., • Provides transportation for the people we support in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor’s appointments, etc., • Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies., • Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs., • Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan., • Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities., • Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment., • Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program., • Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after successful completion of the medication administration course, and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by residential nurse in all areas related to medication administration., • Completes all activities related to skill buildings as outlined in individual program plans, • Provides support around personal hygiene, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as needed., • Handles all personal documents of the people we support in a secure and confidential manner., • Performs related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver’s License and must maintain it in good standing, • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, residents and their families, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma or GED required, • Six months of related experience is preferred but not required, • Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire in salaried status. This training is provided by ADAPT Community Network, if needed. COMPENSATION: $19.06/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees. At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: This is an entry-level direct care position assigned to community residences. Incumbents are assigned to shifts to ensure the provision of 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week coverage. Workers in this job category perform a wide variety of tasks related to the care, nurturing, treatment, education, socialization, habilitation, recovery/healing, safety, security, and support of adults diagnosed with mental illness and substance abuse disorder. These tasks focus on supporting, instructing, and assisting recipients of services to develop the skills needed to attain personal goals, live, be educated, work, and socialize successfully in the community environments of their choice and also in maintaining a safe, clean environment. In addition, workers also advocate for clients and support families or other caregivers in their efforts to assist these individuals. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. 1. Throughout assigned shift performs regular inspections inside of the facility to ensure the safety of the consumers and residents, accountability of property, cleanliness of consumer rooms and common areas, cleanliness and security of the area immediately outside of the facility, and the security of any assigned vehicles. Ensures that only authorized individuals are permitted access to the residence., 2. Immediately reports serious incidents, serious incident allegations, incidents, or sensitive situations to supervisors. Completes incident reports in accordance with Institute for Community Living policy., 3. Explains the types of services, recreational activities and other programs available to consumers and residents, instructs the consumer or resident in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict resolution., 4. Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual under the direction of the assigned supervisor and adheres to program policy on securing the safety and well-being of consumers/residents, staff and visitors requiring emergency medical care., 5. Assists and instructs individuals in attending to personal hygiene, grooming, nutrition and daily living; ensures that sufficient and appropriate attire is available., 6. Reviews the staff communication log at the beginning of the work shift and makes entries in the staff communication log concerning security checks, crisis incidents, emergency situations, incident reports, or other essential elements of information designated by program management, 7. Observes the physical environment and performs housekeeping tasks as necessary to ensure the maintenance of a safe, clean, comfortable and healing environment for individuals., 8. Ensures that the food provided or selected is appropriate for those on a special diet., 9. Accompanies consumers or residents on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, social activities, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the consumer or resident., 10. Expected to comply with attendance rules and to report to work as scheduled and/or required on a regular basis. Must have availability and ability to work beyond the normal schedule as needed., 11. Expected to attend regular scheduled team, and staff meetings and supervision, 12. Complies with all required in-service training, and staff development activities. 13 )May provide monitoring of medications and make appropriate medication administration form entries in accordance with the medication protocol. May assist consumers/residents who are on a monitored medication regime. 14. Assists the clinical staff in accounting for residents/consumers. May assist in the filing of missing person reports on residents/consumers not accounted for in accordance with Institute for Community Living policy and procedure., 15. Observe individuals’ behavior and specific responses to treatment and rehabilitation programs, support services and medication and reports observations orally and/or in writing, including computer entries, as instructed and in accordance with applicable audit standards., 16. May lead skills development or activity groups with individuals and families as appropriate., 17. May assist and supervise individuals in meal preparation, laundry, and light housekeeping tasks., 18. Other job related duties that may be assigned. DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 1. Basic knowledge of mental illness and serious emotional disturbances and substance abuse disorders., 2. Basic knowledge of treatment, rehabilitation, and community support programs as they relate to consumers/residents, families, and staff., 3. Basic knowledge of routine clinical procedures and medications., 4. Basic knowledge of techniques for identifying and preventing potentially violent behavior, including crisis management techniques. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES 5. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences., 6. Serve as a role model to residents/consumers., 7. Ability to read and write at least at the secondary school level and to follow written and oral instructions., 8. Ability to complete written forms and reports in an accurate and timely manner, manually and by computer., 9. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public., 10. Ability to accompany or transport residents/consumers (Some assignments may require possession of a valid driver's license)., 11. Ability to secure and maintain certification for Standard First Aid and CPR. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or GED plus one year of related human services experience. Specialized training or education in human services may be substituted for experience. NYS driver’s license may be required of some assignments. This position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised o meet the changing needs of the agency at the sole discretion of the management.

Job Description About Blackbird At Blackbird, we envision a world where every child receives the care and support they need to thrive—emotionally, socially, and developmentally. That's why we're transforming how pediatric mental health is assessed and treated, so we can make world-class care available in local communities. Our whole-child diagnostic approach reveals the full story behind each child's challenges, allowing us to address both the symptoms and their underlying causes. This leads to precise treatment sequenced in the right way to achieve meaningful outcomes that last. Currently, we provide virtual and in-person mental health services, including comprehensive evaluations, medication- management and therapy, across Pennsylvania and Virginia with plans to expand to new markets in 2025. Position Summary Blackbird Clinical Services is looking to hire an Independently Licensed Mental Health Therapist New Jersey, Contract to join our growing team. This remote role will work with our Behavioral Health team to deliver high quality direct care to patients and their families. Our ideal candidate has experience and a passion for working with children, adolescents and young adults. This role supports our patients' needs for afterschool, evening and weekend direct care, virtual, telehealth therapy sessions. What makes you, you: • Experienced clinician using evidence-based practices, • Passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families, • Skilled and experienced in facilitating virtual telehealth direct care, • Comfortable using technology, including Google Suite, Electronic Medical Records systems and other virtual platforms, • Excited to make an impact and driven by patient outcomes, • Possess outstanding communication and documentation skills, • Willing to go the extra mile when working with families, with the flexibility and willingness to reschedule with patients, if neededHow you'll make an impact:, • Lead individual telehealth therapy sessions to youth ages 2-26, • Participate in consultation to enhance clinical skills and receive feedback and support, • Collaborate and engage with other healthcare professionals and families, • Maintain thorough patient records and documentation, • Commit to a minimum of 5 hours per week during core hours, after 4pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm WeekendsThe basics you'll need:, • Independently licensed as a LPC, LMFT, LCSW, PsyD in New Jersey, • Possess (1) one year of experience working with children and adolescent patients, • Have (1) one year of experience working in a telehealth or virtual setting, • Own your own phone, computer, and high speed internet, • Commit to a minimum of 5 hour commitment during core hours, after 4pm Monday through Friday and 8am-7pm WeekendsWhy Blackbird is unique:, • Immediate referrals available; guaranteed caseload and patient facing hours, • Flexible schedule - set your own hours, • Full credentialing services provided - we will take care of everything, • Clinical development and trainings, • Excellent administrative support - focus on the clinical work and we will take care of the rest, • Weekly clinical consultations: this is paid time for all providers, • Supportive work culture, • Fully Remote - options for hybrid should the provider choose they would like to be onsite, • Professional Liability Insurance We envision a world where every young person is fully understood and receives support building the tools they need to thrive. Join our team, make an impact, a real difference for patients, parents and caregivers. "We wouldn't have a son without Blackbird Health. He would have ended his life." "It's so rare to find comprehensive care like this---from testing to therapy to med management (and more)--all in one place. In addition, the school advocacy support we receive is unprecedented. We no longer feel like we are managing things alone." Fostering an inclusive environment: Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. Blackbird provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at so we can support you. Our patient support team is busy helping children and families, please do not call or email them about your application — this helps us process your application more efficiently.

Job Description Direct Support Professionals Locations: Manhattan, Staten Island, The Bronx About the Role: The Direct Support Professional works with children and adolescents in a residential treatment setting and is responsible for ensuring that those portions of the treatment plan, which deal with day-to-day and independent living skills, are implemented. Acting as a positive role model and providing therapeutic parenting, the Direct Support Professional is charged with the fundamental responsibility of the client's health and safety. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are caring, positive role models who work one-on-one or in small groups to help people of all ages lead safe, full, and independent lives. As a Direct Support Professional with The Jewish Board, you’ll be a teacher, a mentor, a role model, and a friend, helping the people you work with achieve a great quality of life. Your client could be anyone from a child who is in the foster care system, to a young adult living with ongoing mental health issues, to an adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll work to support them in a caring manner, in everything from daily routines such as making plans with friends, to joining community events, to grocery shopping and cooking, to participating in recreational activities, and building skills around personal care and relationships. Being a DSP is not just a job – it’s an amazing opportunity to help others thrive. QUALIFICATIONS: A High School diploma or GED equivalent A current, valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is preferred depending on the program. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for day-by-day care of the children in the program including supervision of personal hygiene, social guidance, use of leisure time, and food planning and preparation., • Develop, supervise and run activity sessions, • Accompany clients on trips and outings and supervise activities, • May be called upon to work one on one with a client who is displaying significant stress or assist with management issues as they relate to clients., • If required, perform therapeutic restraint should a child be out of control. All employees are required to attend appropriate restraint training prior to performing such a restraint, • Drive the child to medical, social or other necessary appointments or assist in returning clients to the campus who are AWOL, • Shares their experience and observation of the children under care with the treatment team and immediately brings to the attention of the supervisor any unusual issues, • May be required to cook/prepare meals for residents within their division, • Other assigned duties as assigned CORE COMPETENCIES: • Willingness to work with children/adolescents living with the impact of trauma and experience mental health challenges, • Compassion and respect for vulnerable individuals, • Patience and understanding for the sometimes slow process of stabilization and recovery, • Excellent youth engagement skills, • Strong verbal and written communication skills, • High School diploma or Equivalency is required., • Driver’s License required to meet all insurance requirements. PAY: $17.45 per hour - BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US: • If you have a particular age or type of person you’re interested in working with, you can find your niche here., • Our clients and staff are as diverse as New York City, and include people of all cultures, religions, races, genders, and sexual orientations., • With over 50 locations throughout the five boroughs, you can work close to where you live., • Generous vacation time and paid holidays help you achieve a healthy work/life balance., • We offer an excellent benefits package with affordable, high-quality health and dental insurance with low co-pays., • You’ll get extensive, on-the-job training to help you grow and succeed EBA’s mission is to support families and strengthen communities through the high-quality implementation of evidence-based programs (EBPs). As a ‘production company’, we focus on the implementation issues back stage so that EBPs and community-based providers can be the ‘stars’ on stage. Over the past 15 years, EBA has served multiple states and counties in the areas of juvenile justice, child welfare, and behavioral health. EBA offers a team of professionals with backgrounds in social services, juvenile justice, evidence-based programs, information technology and human resources. EBA’s interdisciplinary team brings a combined total of more than 150 years of experience in clinical services and program management related to community-based and evidence-based programs. 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Job Description United Staffing Solutions, a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, has an immediate need for a Direct Support Professional (DSP). This is a great opportunity to work in an OPWDD setting. If you have OPWDD care experience and are looking for a new opportunity, apply immediately. All Shifts Available Full-time/ Part-time All Boroughs Pay: $16.50-$17/hour DOE This position would focus on providing Direct Care and services in an OPWDD facility. Responsibilities for Direct Support Professional (DSP) • Provide care, • Assist in the well being of Individuals, • Provide companionship and basic care to Individuals, • Maintain a healthy environment, • Previous experience in OPWDD, • Current NYS Driver license a plus, • 1 year of paid experience is a plus We match consultants with rewarding careers where they can fully utilize their specialized talent to not only thrive but to also advance their skills. Every match we make is based on our working principles that guide our team, allowing us to deliver results for both client and consultant time after time. They are: Our core values include: The values we share serve as a compass for everyone at USS, guiding our behavior and representing the foundation of our culture. Our continuing success, our ability to achieve our mission, and our reputation for integrity, service, and professionalism are based on them.At United Staffing Solutions:\r\n\r\nWe match consultants with rewarding careers where they can fully utilize their specialized talent to not only thrive but to also advance their skills. Every match we make is based on our working principles that guide our team, allowing us to deliver results for both client and consultant time after time. They are:\r\n\r\nOur core values include:\r\n\r\nThe values we share serve as a compass for everyone at USS, guiding our behavior and representing the foundation of our culture. Our continuing success, our ability to achieve our mission, and our reputation for integrity, service, and professionalism are based on them.

Job Description "Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!” The salary range for this position is $52,000-$60,000 annually Behavior Intervention Specialists - Position Job Summary QSAC is hiring Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS) across QSAC Program! We are looking for committed and energetic Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS) who will conduct, assess and develop behavior support plans, address challenges and train our Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the Day Habilitation Program, Residential Program and Family Services. BIS - Day Habilitation Program - We are looking for committed and energetic Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS) who will conduct, assess and develop behavior support plans, address challenges and train our Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the Day Habilitation Program. (Monday – Friday shifts available at one of our 12 Day Hab locations, depending on need and availability) BIS - Residential – Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS) for the Residential program must be able to travel to assigned residential locations in Manhattan, Bronx, Queens and Long Island locations. As a BIS you will provide functional behavioral analysis and behavior/psychological assessments, develop and monitor behavior support plans and assist with the development and implementation of individual goals. These roles can have some flexibility in start and end times, with weekly office hours. Please Note: These roles have some autonomy, but the BIS is required to drive and travel to assigned QSAC locations. BIS - Family Services Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS) provide 1 to 1 services in the individual’s home and community. Applicants should have knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The BIS will work with the individual, family and Direct Support Professional (DSP) staff to develop and monitor Person Centered Service Plans to assist the individual in achieving their personal goals. Positions are available in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and Long Island. The position requires traveling to the individual’s home and other locations in the community. Flexible schedule which requires some evening and weekend hours. Please Note: QSAC requires Master degree requirements for BIS candidates for Day Hab and Residential programs, we can consider candidates with Bachelor degrees for the Family Services department and QIDP roles! Overall Job Responsibilities Behavior Intervention, Assessments & Analysis • Maintain coordination of active treatment services for people being supported in QSAC Day Habilitation programs in accordance with OPWDD regulations, • Develop/Monitor/Assess monthly goals and objectives to teach the valued outcomes outlined in Life Plans, • Write/Design and revise all individual goals and observe goals implementation by Direct Support (DSP) Professionals, • Maintain clinical paperwork as regulated by New York State (OPWDD) regulations, • Provide written goal summary for and participate in interdisciplinary meetings, • Review data collected and provide monthly updates on progress, • Track due dates for required documents and reports, • Provide training to Direct Support Professionals (DSP) on skills and techniques to support people with autism by implementing the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), • Provide direct instruction for goal implementation and proactive and reactive strategies, • Assist with arrival and dismissal, fire drills and assist/support when typical staffing ratios are low, • Collaborate with program supervisors and help with staff disciplinary actions when necessary, • Ensure effective communication regarding behavioral issues of individuals, • Complete staff observations and provide feedback, • Participate and work as part of interdisciplinary team, • Maintain an open, friendly, professional relationship with all staff and families. Set up meetings to resolve outstanding issues, as needed, • Be an advocate for improvement in to all facets of the program, • Master's degree in one of the following human services professional fields (including, but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation, counseling or psychology) required, • 1-2 years’ experience and training in applied behavior analysis (ABA) supports for people with autism highly preferred, • General knowledge of theories and principles of behavioral analysis, assessments and goal development preferred, • Experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities/autism required, • Clean and valid Driver’s license is required, • Attention to detail collaboration with a calm demeanor is essential, • Strong written and communication skills are essential, • Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items., • Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment is required QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits QSAC’s benefits are terrific and go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff), • Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff), • Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually, • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff), • Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff), • Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving), • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, • 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match, • Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA, • Opportunities for career advancement Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC! To Apply: please send resume to

Job Description Harris Hands Community Services, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional/ Driver for our Without Walls Day/Supplemental Habilitation Programs. The ideal candidate must be reliable and maintain a positive and professional attitude while fostering a supportive environment, and enjoy supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in a community-based setting. They must document provided services accurately and efficiently, and utilize Computer skills to enter data into the online database system (Therap). Qualifications for this position must include: • High School Diploma or G.E.D, • Must pass all four OPWDD background tests, • Must have NYS Driver's License, • Must be able to drive a 15-passenger van, with five years of experience driving a van, • Strong reliability and compassionate approach to care, • Making sure all individuals are engaging in daily activities, • Effective Reading and writing skills for documentation, • Monday to Friday No third-party Solicitation, Job Type: Part-time hourly

Job Description "Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!" Job Summary The DSP is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC programs emphasize the importance of promoting safety, independence and integration into the community. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times. Salary Range Direct Support Professional - $18.00 Provide Safety & Support • Ensure health, safety and welfare of individuals, • Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individuals and their families, • Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships, • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals, • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals, • Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives, • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans, • Ability to communicate effectively, • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies, • Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics, • Maintain all required certifications, • May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.), • Ability to run, when needed, • High School Diploma or GED preferred, • Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, • Putting People First, • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, • Demonstrating Professionalism, • Supporting Good Health and Safety QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff), • Medical can be as low as $6 dollars per paycheck (for FT staff), • Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually, • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff), • Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff), • Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving), • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, • 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff), • Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. To Apply: Send resumes to

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general direction, is responsible for designing and implementing an organized, individualized program for acquisition of functional skills that will lead to increased independent community participation for the individuals served. This is done in accordance with regulations and requirements of the agency and applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. This is a management position that is responsible for providing supervision to the Habilitation Assistants. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Habilitation Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following: • Serves as a liaison between agency, the people we support, and families. Serves as advocate and provider for all issues pertaining to those receiving services., • Develops programs and day habilitation plans for persons served., • Implements active treatment plans for program participants, both inside and outside of building., • Supervises non-professional staff in implementation of day habilitation plans., • Participates in individual program planning process., • Orients, trains, evaluates, delegates, supervises work of, and recommends hiring and disciplining of subordinate staff., • Recognizes and observes important relationships with Service Coordinators for participants’ program development and referral for other kinds of assistance as needed., • Maintains attendance and other required records/paperwork., • Utilizes community resources, as appropriate for implementation of day habilitation plans and community integration., • Carries out basic administrative tasks related to caseload and other selected assignments as directed by program director or program coordinator., • Plans group and individual activities and assigns staff to implement them., • Trains and instructs support staff in daily routine, program planning, and general procedures and practices of the group., • Attends regularly scheduled supervisory staff meetings., • Prepares and adapts materials and plans and sets up furniture and equipment for program activities., • Participates in scheduled in-service training programs., • Provides support/coverage to other classrooms as needed., • Participates in activities outside of activity room when necessary, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool with the people we support as required., • Selects and utilizes educational materials., • Teaches persons served to become more independent., • Drives agency vehicles for individual transportation, pickups, deliveries, community outings, and medical emergencies as required., • Assists persons served with transportation between buses and buildings as needed., • Performs direct care responsibilities that include feeding and toileting, as needed., • Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards., • Performs other related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver’s License is preferred, • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, the people we support, and their families, • Good organizational and teaching skills, • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software, • Ability to operate wheelchairs and adaptive equipment utilized by persons served, • Must maintain confidentiality of the records of the persons served, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services or related field, • One year of post graduate experience is required COMPENSATION: $25.75/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees! At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general direction, is responsible for designing and implementing an organized, individualized program for acquisition of functional skills that will lead to increased independent community participation for the individuals served. This is done in accordance with regulations and requirements of the agency and applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. This is a management position that is responsible for providing supervision to the Habilitation Assistants. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Habilitation Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following: • Serves as a liaison between agency, the people we support, and families. Serves as advocate and provider for all issues pertaining to those receiving services., • Develops programs and day habilitation plans for persons served., • Implements active treatment plans for program participants, both inside and outside of building., • Supervises non-professional staff in implementation of day habilitation plans., • Participates in individual program planning process., • Orients, trains, evaluates, delegates, supervises work of, and recommends hiring and disciplining of subordinate staff., • Recognizes and observes important relationships with Service Coordinators for participants’ program development and referral for other kinds of assistance as needed., • Maintains attendance and other required records/paperwork., • Utilizes community resources, as appropriate for implementation of day habilitation plans and community integration., • Carries out basic administrative tasks related to caseload and other selected assignments as directed by program director or program coordinator., • Plans group and individual activities and assigns staff to implement them., • Trains and instructs support staff in daily routine, program planning, and general procedures and practices of the group., • Attends regularly scheduled supervisory staff meetings., • Prepares and adapts materials and plans and sets up furniture and equipment for program activities., • Participates in scheduled in-service training programs., • Provides support/coverage to other classrooms as needed., • Participates in activities outside of activity room when necessary, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool with the people we support as required., • Selects and utilizes educational materials., • Teaches persons served to become more independent., • Drives agency vehicles for individual transportation, pickups, deliveries, community outings, and medical emergencies as required., • Assists persons served with transportation between buses and buildings as needed., • Performs direct care responsibilities that include feeding and toileting, as needed., • Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards., • Performs other related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver’s License is preferred, • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, the people we support, and their families, • Good organizational and teaching skills, • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software, • Ability to operate wheelchairs and adaptive equipment utilized by persons served, • Must maintain confidentiality of the records of the persons served, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services or related field, • One year of post graduate experience is required COMPENSATION: $25.75/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees! At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description Mental Health Counselor — Brooklyn, NY (Full-Time School Day) Overview/Impact Are you a dedicated Mental Health Counselor passionate about supporting the mental health and academic success of students in Brooklyn? Knowledge Road is seeking a full-time Mental Health Counselor to join our team and provide essential psychological services to students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools. With an unprecedented need for mental health support in schools and a critical shortage of qualified professionals, your expertise is urgently needed to help students navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adolescents through evidence-based psychological interventions. As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will have the autonomy to deliver individualized interventions, working collaboratively with school teams and families to support student mental health and academic achievement. Responsibilities As a Mental Health Counselor with Knowledge Road, you will: Provide direct, high-quality individual and group counseling services to students, as mandated by their Individualized Education Service Programs/Individualized Education Programs (IESP/IEP). Address a comprehensive range of social, emotional, and behavioral concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and complex psychological conditions. Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to inform treatment planning and educational recommendations. Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans utilizing various therapeutic modalities tailored to the unique developmental and cultural needs of each student. Collaborate closely with parents, teachers, school administrators, and other mental health professionals to create a holistic and supportive learning environment. Maintain meticulous and timely documentation of all services, progress, and outcomes in compliance with DOE regulations, HIPAA requirements, and Knowledge Road standards. Actively participate in IESP/IEP meetings, offering expert psychological insights and recommendations to guide student progress and educational planning. Qualifications Must Have: NYS license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience providing psychological services to children and adolescents. Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and teletherapy platforms. NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status required or willingness to obtain prior to start. Preferred: Experience in a school-based setting or educational environment. Specialized training in child and adolescent therapy modalities (e.g., CBT , DBT , play therapy, family therapy). Experience with psychological assessment and testing. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin, or other languages prevalent in Manhattan schools. Current Openings We are currently hiring for the following full-time Mental Health Counselor positions in Brooklyn. Schedule & Location: This is a full-time, school-day position with a schedule that follows the NYC DOE calendar. You will be providing services on-site at one or more schools in Brooklyn, with specific assignments based on student needs. Hours/week are driven by IESP/IEP mandates; caseload may vary by assignment. Typically ~20-30 hours/week depending on placements. Compensation $75/hr (1099). Why Join Knowledge Road? At Knowledge Road, you will benefit from: 1099 contractor role with quick, reliable payments Streamlined admin and documentation workflows Supportive team with DOE compliance/scheduling help Collaborative network of NYC school-based providers Application Requirements Please submit your resume and relevant NYS license/certification. Include (or note willingness to obtain) NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status. Documentation of your doctoral degree in Psychology. EEO Statement Knowledge Road is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all contractors. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job DescriptionCompany Description AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated. Job Description AHRC New York City is seeking Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) 30 hours per week for their Adult Day Programs in All Five Boroughs. Advancement to a Full-time position with benefits is available for those in good standing. Schedule: Monday -Friday 8:30am -2:30pm (30 hours per week). Pay Rate: $20 per hour The following Bonuses are available depending on the Programs need. • $2,000 annually upon completion and passing of AHRC Defensive Driving class, • The reward of helping others and building long lasting relationships, • The feeling one gets from improving the quality of life for others., • Job Stability and Career advancement., • Paid Training, • Support individuals with disabilities in leading self-directed lives and becoming active members of their communities., • The oversight of all safety and health considerations, • Promoting skill development, interests, and hobbies, • Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs)Qualifications, • Personal and/or Professional experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred., • Knowledge of Home and Community Based Waiver, and the ability to keep up to date pertaining to such knowledge, and interpret same., • Understanding of Person Centered Planning., • Reasonable flexibility in work hours and ability to respond to the scheduling needs of the individual., • Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with program participants, families, staff and community agencies., • Ability to communicate both orally and in written form in English., • High School diploma or GED is required. Additional Information 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.

Job DescriptionCompany Description AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated Job Description AHRC NYC is looking to immediately hire Full and Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for their Residential Division in ALL FIVE BOROUGHS. PAY RATE: $20-$21.96 per hour depending on residence placement, position and driving status. In addition, this position comes with a low cost, comprehensive benefit package....see Benefits below. (40hr Evening shifts) 3pm-11pm & 7am-3pm positions - Driver's License Required (40hr & 30hr Overnight shifts) 11pm-9am positions - Drivers License NOT Required. Why become an AHRC NYC DSP! • The reward of helping others and building long lasting relationships, • The feeling one gets from improving the quality of life for others., • Hands on work experience, • Flexible schedules to fit with a second job or school schedule., • Paid Training, • Being part of team, • The oversight of all safety and health considerations, • Promoting skill development, interests, and hobbies, • Assisting with Adult Daily Living skills (ADLs), • Other personalized responsibilities including cooking, cleaning, hygiene, etc.Qualifications, • Personal or Professional experience supporting People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) preferred., • Professionalism; integrity; excellent communication skills. Patience is a MUST!, • Willingness to support people's preferences for community, activities, work, leisure activities, the exercise of their rights etc. in various settings., • Ability to use a computer for data entry., • High school education/GED preferred. Additional Information Benefits • FREE Medical Ins. Paid by Company...No Cost to Employee! (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, • Paid orientation, • Employee discounts All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Description "Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!” Job Summary The Direct Support Professional (DSP), such as a Group Leader or Habilitation Specialist, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Day Habilitation program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community through recreational outings and volunteer training opportunities. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times. The salary range for this position is $18.00 an hour. Shift Information: Early Morning to Late Afternoon, Weekdays Only. Provide Safety & Support • Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships, • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals, • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals, • Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives, • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans, • Maintain all required certifications, • May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.), • Ability to run, when needed, • High School Diploma or GED preferred, • Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, • Valid driver’s license and good driving record is highly preferred, • Putting People First, • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, • Demonstrating Professionalism, • Supporting Good Health and Safety QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for full time staff), • Medical can be as low as $6 dollars per paycheck( for full time staff), • Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually, • 13 holidays and birthday off (for full time staff), • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for full time staff), • Flexible Spending Accounts (for full time staff), • Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving), • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, • 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match (for FT staff), • Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA *This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. To Apply: Send resumes to

Job Description Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it’s finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path is seeking a part-time Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) who is motivated, flexible, bright, energetic, responsible, and organized. The role of the DSP is to support people with a developmental disability in every way possible to facilitate personal growth and relationship building, as they emerge in their rightful place within the community. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: Direct Support; Challenging Individuals To Grow In An Interdependent World By: • Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of someone's life by showing, teaching and talking., • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing everything for them., • Providing opportunities for new experiences., • Getting involved in the community - recreation, shopping, building positive relationships, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Building a relationship based on respect, to enable you to offer support, guidance and direction when appropriate, • Facilitating any area in which someone may need support in order to achieve full life eg, buying clothes, sending birthday cards, mending clothes, redecorating a room, • Encouraging, teaching and assisting with household, community and personal responsibilities such as shopping, cleaning, banking, doctor appointments., • Offering support, respect and feedback to other team members, • Ensuring communication is clear, concise and honest, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Covering assigned shifts or finding a suitable replacement, giving adequate notice and informing the team., • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions, feeling, • Respecting the workplace physical structure, keeping it clean, safe and secure for those we support, • Administering medication correctly, • Being aware of and competent in dealing with individual medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Attending regularly and consistently to personal care needs such as bathing, hygiene, grooming etc. in a dignifying and respectful matter, • Accompanying individuals to doctors appointments, • Reading and initialing the consult sheet and following through with the information given by the doctor, • Reading, documenting in and initialing log books and communication books before and after each shift as appropriate, • Writing reports immediately following an event eg. Doctor’s appointment form, incident reports, etc., • Correctly documenting Personal Spending, Petty Cash, groceries, etc. immediately after an item is purchased, • Reading staff meeting minutes, • High school diploma or equivalent required, • We are seeking candidates who enjoy people-oriented work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities, • Basic computer literacy to complete case notes and timesheets*** Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment. Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Please submit your resume, dates of availability, and cover letter via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Cerezmy Salcido 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. You must submit a resume AND cover letter to be considered for the position. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: Powered by JazzHR Zrmi4XjKMh

Job Description "Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!” Direct Support Professional Position Job Summary The Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Habilitation Specialist, is responsible for assisting the people we support, while following established treatment plans. QSAC’s Day Habilitation program emphasizes the importance of promoting independence and integration into the community through recreational outings and volunteer training opportunities. You will abide by the Direct Support Professional Code of Ethics at all times. The salary range for this position is $18.00 per hour. Shifts are: Monday - Friday / Early morning to late afternoon. Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Provide Safety & Support • Ensure health, safety and welfare of individuals, • Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individuals and their families, • Assist the individuals to develop and maintain relationships, • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals, • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the individuals, • Work in partnership with others to support all individuals to lead self-directed lives, • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans, • Ability to communicate effectively, • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies, • Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics, • Maintain all required certifications, • May be required to report to alternate work location (e.g. Hospital, Dr.’s Office etc.), • Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately, • Ability to run, when needed, • NYS Drivers license required, • High School Diploma or GED preferred, • Experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities highly preferred, • Putting People First, • Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships, • Demonstrating Professionalism, • Supporting Good Health and Safety QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary – Dependent on work experience & valid Driver’s License, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff), • Medical can be as low as $6 dollars per paycheck ( for FT staff), • Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually, • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff), • Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff), • Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving), • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, • 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match, • Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA, • Opportunities for career advancement, • Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. *This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. To easy apply: Please forward resumes to

Job Description Do you value working for an organization that is truly driven by its mission? Are you excited at the prospect of being able to be a positive presence in a person's life? Does exploring different corners of New York City to find interesting things to do and forming meaningful relationships sound like a dream job? Are you able to work at least three days per week? If your answer is yes to the above, then you are in the right place! Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the Community Connections program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. Direct Support Professionals who work in the Community Connections program are part of a team that works with people with a multitude of interests and with varying support needs. Shifts typically take place on weekdays during the day. Typical shifts are 9am to 3pm or 10am to 4pm, though there is variability in schedules based on the needs of the people we support. If you are only interested in weekend or overnight support work, please visit our Residential Direct Support Professional listing. Areas of responsibility include: Direct Support • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Providing assistance at volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships, • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets via online portals by assigned deadlines Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, written and spoken English. Prior experience a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities). Must have basic computer skills, such as ability to respond to e-mails, submit electronic timesheets, and complete casenotes through an electronic health record system***. This position be one-to-one through the Community Connections department. Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b retirement plan with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six-month measurement period. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. ***Please be aware that Job Path requires all employees who use their personal cellular phones for work purposes to enroll in Job Path's Mobile Device Management system. Whistleblower policy: Powered by JazzHR tTENanssEb

Job DescriptionSince 2009, The Dorm has been a mission-driven, client-centered mental health organization that has been bringing comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to young adults, ages 18-30. We are looking for a passionate licensed clinical senior therapist to join our multidisciplinary New York City team and contribute to our goal of making a difference. The Senior Therapist is an experienced clinician with three or more years of clinical practice. In addition to providing individual therapy, group therapy, and coaching to our young adults, the Senior Therapist has the opportunity to contribute to additional programmatic initiatives. With us, you’ll be part of the next frontier in mental health care with an integrative treatment model and outcomes research approved by a third-party validated Institutional Review Board (IRB). We blend individualized therapy and skills coaching, hands-on family work, group-based clinical support and a bustling community and social Clubhouse experience unseen elsewhere in our industry. With competitive salaries between $75,000 and $85,000 (based on background/experience) and a proud commitment to diversity in the workplace that affirms all races, genders and backgrounds, our strength is our community and we hope that includes you! What You Will Do: • Provides individual, group and family therapy for The Dorm clients and family members, as applicable., • Provides life-skills coaching off-site in the community and in clients’ apartments as clinically indicated., • Conducts Bio-Psycho-Social Assessments and comprehensive intakes of all prospective clients., • Maintains accurate and up to date charts that are in compliance with the expectations and standards outlined in The Dorm’s Policy and Procedure manual., • Participates in weekly supervision, group supervision, and co-facilitator supervision as indicated by direct supervisor., • Responsible for at least 25 hours of clinical work per week, • Provides clinical individual supervision to student interns and consulting staff as called upon by the Clinical Director., • Provides “co-facilitator” training as called upon by Clinical Director., • Participates in On-Call weekly coverage system on a rotating basis up to four times per year., • Master’s degree in social work, counseling or related program in psychology required., • State Licensure in social work or counseling required., • Spotlight: The Dorm Clinic. As a full time employee of The Dorm, our clinicians are invited to participate in The Dorm Clinic: our in-house group practice that provides clients and families continued individual psychotherapy. Our clinicians are compensated at a rate of $125/hr in addition to their full time salary and benefits!, • Full benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, vision and a 401K with up to 3% company match, fully vested after 3 years, • Flexible PTO - for a team that’s rested, recharged and feeling their best, • Free in-house clinical trainings, DEIB trainings and yearly spending allowance for continuing education credits (CEUs), • Long term treatment model: Form deep therapeutic alliances and be a bigger part of your clients’ journeys (avg client length of stay is 12 months), • Flexible, creative, team-based work environment in the heart of NYC and in an inspiring, centrally-located therapeutic setting, • Limitless opportunities to expand your therapeutic impact: work with our research team; support our groundbreaking student scholarship program; be featured in the media on topics that matter; or pilot a new treatment group — At The Dorm, it's all possible!