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Job Description Location Manhattan 10023 Schedule Tue-Sat 3pm-11:30pm, Full-time PM 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 Who We Are: At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org. Overview: As a Direct Support Professional, you'll play a vital role in empowering individuals to lead fulfilling, meaningful, and purposeful lives. You'll assist them in developing essential daily living skills, enhancing personal and social communication, and making informed decisions—all while ensuring their health and safety. Join us in creating a supportive and enriching environment where everyone can thrive! Here’s what makes working with us truly special: • Meaningful Impact: Every day, you’ll make a real difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Your efforts will help create a nurturing and inclusive community where everyone can thrive., • Collaborative Culture: Join a passionate team dedicated to supporting each other and the individuals we serve. We foster an atmosphere of collaboration, respect, and shared goals, making it a fulfilling place to work., • Professional Development: We invest in your growth! Benefit from ongoing training and resources to enhance your skills, ensuring you’re equipped to provide the best support possible., • Diverse Community: Be part of a vibrant community that celebrates diversity. Your unique background and perspective will enrich our team and enhance the experiences of those we support., • Support individuals to reach their personal goals, from daily tasks to personal achievements., • Provide transportation to fun activities, medical appointments, and more, ensuring individuals stay connected with their community., • Support behavioral modifications and communication improvements, helping individuals thrive in every aspect of their lives., • Work with the individuals and other members of the team to develop service plans that aid the person in achieving their life goals., • Support and promote the individual’s health and safety., • Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of service activities, including daily progress notes, interactions, and any additional information as required by agency guidelines., • High school diploma or GED required., • Valid NYS Driver License with at least 1 year of driving experience., • Previous experience as a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide, or Companion is advantageous., • Preferred experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities., • Ability to operate agency vehicles., • Capability to lift up to 50 lbs., • Evening and weekend shifts are preferred. Work Hours/Schedule: Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem positions available. Day, Evening, and Overnight shifts. Shift Options: * Option 1: • Friday – Monday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Option 2: • Friday – Saturday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM, • Sunday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM Generous Benefits: • Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment., • Dental Benefits: Employer-paid., • Vision Plan, • Accident Insurance, • Critical Illness Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • Identity Theft & Fraud Protection, • Legal Services, • 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%., • Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid, coverage of 1x annual salary., • Tuition Assistance, • Section 125 Flexible Spending Program, • Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours., • Up to 48 hours of personal time per calendar year. Part-time employees are also eligible for the 403(B) retirement plan and New York State Sick Leave. Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

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. 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. Requirements:

Job DescriptionDescription: Direct Support Professional Join Our Team and Make a Difference! Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding career? WILO is currently seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our team and provide essential support to individuals with disabilities. Responsibilities: • Ensuring resident safety and wellness at all times., • Maintaining accurate time sheets, note taking, documentation and staff checklist completion., • Light housekeeping to ensure homes are kept clean and organized during shifts., • Transporting residents to and from programs and activities., • Maintaining professional communications and interactions with all parties including residents, parents and other staff., • Facilitating residents during life skills training such as personal wellness (gym time), laundry skills, personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning and other skills training., • Conducting Quality Assurance Checklists during shifts., • Other tasks associated with the care and safety of WILO NJ residents as deemed necessary by the direct supervisor. Qualifications: • Experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities preferred., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Benefits: • Competitive pay., • Health insurance., • Paid time off., • Ongoing training and development., • 401-K Retirement planRequirements:, • High school diploma or equivalent, • Valid driver's license, • Reliable transportation, • Proof of Auto Insurance and Vehicle Registration, • Successful completion of Background and Fingerprint check, • Drug testing, • Physical and TB test, • Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) Check, • Medicaid Exclusion Check

Job Description Location Brooklyn 11236 Schedule Friday-Monday 11pm-7:30am 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 Description Direct Support Professional - Residential Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! In this position, you will: · Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals · Provide structure and emotional support · Assist in resolving behavioral issues · Help people supported with personal hygiene needs · Complete detailed, accurate documentation · Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles We require: · Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license · High School diploma or equivalent · Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. · Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications · Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus Apply online at or just email to . An EOE m/f/d/v 4680 Sat- Mon 3p-11p 24

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 Description Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Sat-Sun 7am-3:30pm, 16-hour AM 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 Direct Support Professional - Residential Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! In this position, you will: · Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals · Provide structure and emotional support · Assist in resolving behavioral issues · Help people supported with personal hygiene needs · Complete detailed, accurate documentation · Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles We require: · Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license · High School diploma or equivalent · Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. · Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications · Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus Apply online at or just email to . An EOE m/f/d/v Mon- Thu 10pm - 8 am 40

Job Description Direct Support Professional - Residential Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! In this position, you will: · Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals · Provide structure and emotional support · Assist in resolving behavioral issues · Help people supported with personal hygiene needs · Complete detailed, accurate documentation · Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles We require: · Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license · High School diploma or equivalent · Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. · Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications · Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus ACLD was awarded National Accreditation by The Council on Quality and Leadership (CQL). Apply online at or just email to . An EOE m/f/d/v Sat/ Sun 4p-11- 14

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 DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Competitive salary, • Flexible schedule Job description Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age Must have a drivers license valid in the state of New Jersey High School diploma or equivalency One year related experience working with persons with Disabilities preferred Must submit to a criminal background check, and be determined to be not disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to hire. Must agree to have name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities All employees hired after 6/15/18 shall submit to drug testing prior to employment All employees shall submit to drug testing conducted randomly and for cause. All employees hired after 7/16/18 shall complete an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI) Required Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong documentation skills; Excellent judgment, problem solving, organizational, and time management skills; Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with DDD community, families, colleagues, supervisors, and agency personnel; Physical ability to fulfill job requirements; (able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds without accommodation ) Duties: The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing direct services to the individuals residing in the Residential Program. This includes providing supervision and/or assistance with personal care, daily living activities, recreational pursuits, transportation, medical appointments, or any other needs the individuals supported by the program require. The Direct Support Professional will complete required daily documentation for all services provided. Essential Job Functions: 1. Successfully complete assigned training, 2. Complete logs, charts, medication administrative records, incident reports, and other assigned paperwork, 3. Drive and accompany individuals to appointments, recreation/leisure activities, or other destinations as assigned, with strict adherence to motor vehicle laws 4. Administer medication as prescribed, 5. Implement behavioral programs in accordance with individualized behavior plans, 6. Interact with individuals in an age-appropriate, respectful, and safe manner at all times, 7. Meet individuals personal needs in a manner that ensures privacy and dignity 8. Maintain confidentiality of individuals information and records (HIPAA), 8. Comply with applicable Caring Hands and Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) policies and procedures, and DDD and Department of Human Services licensing requirements;, 9. Cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Job Description Location Bronx 10466 Schedule On-call/Per-diem Essential Job Functions ICL operates residential programs for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD). Nine facilities, located in Brooklyn, the Bronx and Manhattan provide varying levels and types of support. ICL residences are in buildings with 4 to 14 occupants and have 24/7 on site services. These programs promote the growth and independence of the individuals who live in the residence. Staff help to assess their strengths and provide services based on the skill level, needs and preferences of each individual and help individuals lead richer lives. You would be Responsible for: • Under supervision, provide supports and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, ensuring community integration, assisting individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation., • You would help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment., • You would work with other staff to carry out and record care plans and, in accordance with special instructions, you may administer medication. These positions are physically demanding., • You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations. Education: High school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma (such as a GED) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate from an accredited public or private organization.

Job Description Location Bronx 10466 Schedule On-call/Per-diem Essential Job Functions ICL operates residential programs for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD). Nine facilities, located in Brooklyn, the Bronx and Manhattan provide varying levels and types of support. ICL residences are in buildings with 4 to 14 occupants and have 24/7 on site services. These programs promote the growth and independence of the individuals who live in the residence. Staff help to assess their strengths and provide services based on the skill level, needs and preferences of each individual and help individuals lead richer lives. You would be Responsible for: • Under supervision, provide supports and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, ensuring community integration, assisting individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation., • You would help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment., • You would work with other staff to carry out and record care plans and, in accordance with special instructions, you may administer medication. These positions are physically demanding., • You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations. Education: High school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma (such as a GED) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate from an accredited public or private organization.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Performance Based Signing Bonus, • Competitive salary, • Flexible schedule, • Opportunity for advancement ABOUT THE ROLE Hopes Promise Respite is looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP) who are ready to bring their skills where they're needed to support children with developmental disabilities. As a DSP, youll make a meaningful difference every dayhelping individuals live more independently, engage in their communities, and achieve their personal goals. This part time role involves local travel within an hour of your home. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Travel to different participant homes to deliver respectful person-centered support, • Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and team members, • Promote independence, dignity, and inclusion in every interaction, • Assist with daily living activities as needed (meals, hygiene, mobility, etc.), • Support community participation, recreation, and skill-building, • Follow individualized care plans and document progress, • Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment, • Document services and maintain compliance with all program standards WHAT WE OFFER • $250 Performance Bonus (90 days after first visit - terms apply), • Competitive hourly rate, • Flexible scheduling to fit your life, • Supervision, training and ongoing professional development, • Mileage reimbursement for travel with participants, • Supportive team culture with 24/7 on-call assistance

Job Description Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) Full-time 18.90 hr. / 19.90 Weekends SHIFT: Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm. Advancing Opportunities, an affiliate with Apis Services is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Full-time Lead (DSP) Residential Support Specialists position at our Parsippany area Group Home supporting adults with intellectual disabilities. Leads will work closely with Group Home Managers to support clients, communicate with various outside agencies, client guardians, doctors. Work to ensure compliance and all aspects as assigned by the manager are done to meet standards of care for clients. • signing bonus $1000 Advancing Opportunities is seeking a caring, compassionate people to provide assistance, supervision, guidance, mentoring and direction to our residents. Our mission is “Achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities”. Use your talents to assist and teach our consumers, with intellectual and physical disabilities, about: cooking, housekeeping, recreation, shopping, budgeting, healthy living, hygiene, personal medical care, coping skills, social skills, friendship building, and how to utilize their community resources. Make a difference by helping others gain daily living skills, greater independence and autonomy. Requirements: Valid driver’s license 18 years or older 3 years experience as a DSP / 1 year Lead Experience preferred High School Diploma or equivalent Consent to State, Federal Criminal Background Checks; Drug Screen; Pre-Employment Physical, PPD; Complete all orientation, pre-service training as required Why should you work for Advancing Opportunities? ALL employees receive: SIGN-On Bonus / payouts 90 days and 180 days Weekend Pay Differential $250 Employee Referral Bonus Competitive Wages Paid Training Career Advancement Opportunities Employee discount Programs DailyPay! Get paid when you need it! Full-time employees also receive: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 401k, Life, Disability Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Wellness Program, more Who we are: Advancing Opportunities, Inc, an affiliate of Apis Services, is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing services and supports to people with disabilities and their families so they can live independently. Recognized as one of the leading disability service providers in the state of New Jersey, the agency is committed to person-centered services delivered in the community. Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for more than 30 for profit and non-profit organizations across the United States so they can focus on their all-important missions. APIS Service, Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500 employees nationwide and growing. The employment opportunities we have to offer dedicated and caring career seekers are endless. Join us in helping to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve by providing good people to support the missions they serve. Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment. Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm 40

Job Description Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) Full-time 18.90 hr. / 19.90 Weekends SHIFT: Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm. Advancing Opportunities, an affiliate with Apis Services is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Full-time Lead (DSP) Residential Support Specialists position at our Parsippany area Group Home supporting adults with intellectual disabilities. Leads will work closely with Group Home Managers to support clients, communicate with various outside agencies, client guardians, doctors. Work to ensure compliance and all aspects as assigned by the manager are done to meet standards of care for clients. • signing bonus $1000 Advancing Opportunities is seeking a caring, compassionate people to provide assistance, supervision, guidance, mentoring and direction to our residents. Our mission is “Achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities”. Use your talents to assist and teach our consumers, with intellectual and physical disabilities, about: cooking, housekeeping, recreation, shopping, budgeting, healthy living, hygiene, personal medical care, coping skills, social skills, friendship building, and how to utilize their community resources. Make a difference by helping others gain daily living skills, greater independence and autonomy. Requirements: Valid driver’s license 18 years or older 3 years experience as a DSP / 1 year Lead Experience preferred High School Diploma or equivalent Consent to State, Federal Criminal Background Checks; Drug Screen; Pre-Employment Physical, PPD; Complete all orientation, pre-service training as required Why should you work for Advancing Opportunities? ALL employees receive: SIGN-On Bonus / payouts 90 days and 180 days Weekend Pay Differential $250 Employee Referral Bonus Competitive Wages Paid Training Career Advancement Opportunities Employee discount Programs DailyPay! Get paid when you need it! Full-time employees also receive: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 401k, Life, Disability Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Wellness Program, more Who we are:Advancing Opportunities, Inc, an affiliate of Apis Services, is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing services and supports to people with disabilities and their families so they can live independently. Recognized as one of the leading disability service providers in the state of New Jersey, the agency is committed to person-centered services delivered in the community. Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for more than 30 for profit and non-profit organizations across the United States so they can focus on their all-important missions. APIS Service, Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500 employees nationwide and growing. The employment opportunities we have to offer dedicated and caring career seekers are endless. Join us in helping to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve by providing good people to support the missions they serve. Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment. Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm 40

Job Description Let’s Connect! Are you ready to embark on a new career endeavor? Join The Doe Fund on our mission to break the cycles of homelessness, addiction, and recidivism. Our flagship Ready, Willing & Able (RWA) program provides paid transitional work experience, transitional housing, advanced occupational training, and comprehensive supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness. The Doe Fund is also one of New York City’s largest nonprofit developers of permanent affordable and supportive housing, with more than 1,900 units in operation or pre-development. The Doe Fund has an annual operating budget of $80 million and a full-time staff of nearly 500, a significant portion of whom are graduates of our programs. We are seeking a Full Time Resident Manager for The Doe Fund's newest permanent supportive housing for homeless individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. The program is designed to provide long-term residential care and twenty-four-hour support services in a community environment that maximizes residents' independence while ensuring their physical and emotional security and well-being. This 255-unit residence will provide housing for 153 individuals and families referred by the New York City HIV/AIDS Services Administration (HASA) and the rest 102 units will be apartments for moderate-income households. The Resident Manager is responsible for the supervision of the residents and the overall operation of the facility during designated shifts. S/he will work collaboratively with the Clinical team and the Program Director to ensure that resident needs are being met as well as the safety of the facility. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills along with experience working with the HIV/AIDS population. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, paid retirement plan participation, paid sick, personal and vacation time, paid holidays, discounted gym memberships, and more. We are looking to cover the full-time shift: Monday – Friday 12:00 am to 8:00 am. Key Responsibilities: • Function as a liaison between the residents and the staff, • Collaborate with the security staff during his/her tour of duty to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents, • Perform hourly patrols through the facility, • Manage any challenging situations and crises that may occur at the facility, • Responsible for handling any incidents that may occur at the facility and completing an Incident Report form, as needed, • Communicate noteworthy events to the Program Director and the Clinical team as well as document them in the appropriate logbook, • Attend all mandatory staff meetings, • Ensure all aspects of the Fire Alarm System (FAS) are working properly and are up to code with FDNY, • Visually inspect and document all components of the FAS, • Other duties as assigned The Ideal Candidate:, • You have a High School diploma or GED, some college preferred, • You have at least two years of experience working in a social service, residential setting, • The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, mental illness, and homelessness, • You can work independently, • You have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, • You have excellent oral and written communication skills Before you go, we want to assure you that we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of individuals who share our mission and who want to join us in working on the cutting-edge of important social issues. We are an equal opportunity employer and we highly encourage applications from candidates regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Description RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST - Part-time Salary Range:$16.70 Hr To $17.70 Hourly Weekends Advancing Opportunities, an affiliate with Apis Services is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Residential Support Specialists (DSP) position part-time in Demarest, NJ Part-time Rate $16.70 base / $17.70 weekends $250 sign on bonus base on requirements in 90 days Advancing Opportunities is seeking a caring, compassionate people to provide assistance, supervision, guidance, mentoring and direction to our residents. Our mission is “Achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities”. Use your talents to assist and teach our consumers, with intellectual and physical disabilities, about: cooking, housekeeping, recreation, shopping, budgeting, healthy living, hygiene, personal medical care, coping skills, social skills, friendship building, and how to utilize their community resources. Make a difference by helping others gain daily living skills, greater independence and autonomy. No experience necessary, we offer paid training Requirements: Valid driver’s license 18 years or older High School Diploma or equivalent Consent to State, Federal Criminal Background Checks; Drug Screen; Pre-Employment Physical, PPD; Complete all orientation, pre-service training as required Why should you work for Advancing Opportunities? ALL employees receive: SIGN-On Bonus / payout in 90 days Weekend Pay Differential $250 Employee Referral Bonus Competitive Wages Paid Training Career Advancement Opportunities Employee discount Programs DailyPay! Get paid when you need it! Full-time employees also receive: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 401k, Life, Disability Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Wellness Program, more Who we are: Advancing Opportunities, Inc, an affiliate of Apis Services, is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing services and supports to people with disabilities and their families so they can live independently. Recognized as one of the leading disability service providers in the state of New Jersey, the agency is committed to person-centered services delivered in the community. Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for more than 30 for profit and non-profit organizations across the United States so they can focus on their all-important missions. APIS Service, Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500 employees nationwide and growing. The employment opportunities we have to offer dedicated and caring career seekers are endless. Join us in helping to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve by providing good people to support the missions they serve. Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

Job DescriptionSalary: $16 - $18 Job Title: Respite Worker Reports To: Staffing Coordinator Job Description: Providing relief for parents of children with disabilities through providing support while the caregiver can leave and take care of other personal/household-related matters. As well as the below elements. Tasks: You will be required to assist the family with recreational and leisure-related activities, which may include an array of home and community involvement. Basic Abilities: Experience in working with children with disabilities. Provide supervision, boundary limitations, and maintain a safe and positive environment. Compatibility: Be able to engage the child and provide quality care in a friendly, patient, and compassionate manner. Effective Communication: Be able to initiate and receive verbal communication between managers, clients, and parents regarding how to deliver service and resolve issues. Qualifications: Ideal applicants should have experience in working with children with disabilities, effective interpersonal skills, be able to maintain satisfactory working relationships with families and other professionals, and have time management skills. Educational Requirement: High School Diploma; some college experience preferred; however, not mandatory. Locations : Multiple Location in state of NJ, Preferably Morris, Essex, Union, Middlesex and Bergen Counties.

Job DescriptionDescription: Assists in the day-to-day provision of active support and programming, according to the support plan of program participants. Promotes and protects the program participants’ civil and personal rights as well as help to maintain the program participant’s state of well-being, both physical and emotional as outlined in the program plans, and applicable regulations. Ensures the safety of program participants, co-workers, and self, through the appropriate use of universal precautions, appropriate lifting and other treatment techniques. Position • Assists with development and delivery of all aspects of service provision as specified within the program participant’s support plan to include: recreational services, sensory motor development, physical development and health, nutrition, affective development, auditory, cognitive, and social development, adaptive behavior, personal hygiene, toileting, feeding, self-care, transportation, independent living, community integration, pre-vocational activities, and behavioral support, • Maintains and enhances social skills through active engagement and helps to identify potential problems in the social/emotional area, • Transports and/or accompanies program participants to social and recreational activities, medical appointments, and other destinations, as needed ensuring the safety of the program participant at all times. Ability to exert considerable effort with regard to transferring, lifting and providing physical intervention to developmental disabled individuals, • Provides appropriate habilitative services to program participants, and actively implement plans designed to meet the program participant’s needs through group and individual activity, • Contributes and participates in the interdisciplinary team and the individual treatment planning process and maintain appropriate, complete and up-to-date records and other documentation as specified by management, • Complies with all Agency standards, rules, practices, policies and procedures, providing all services in a manner consistent with Agency philosophy, • Maintains a sanitary and healthy environment at the program sites, • Abides by the Code of Conduct for Custodians of People w/Special Needs as authored and required by OPWDD. The code requires that all staff will stop and report emotional and/or physical abuse immediately, • Performs other related duties as assigned, • Full-time and Part-time positions available Requirements: H.S.Diploma/GED Photo ID Social Security Card Authorized to work in the United States Able to lift 50 lbs.

Job Description Job Overview of Direct Support Professional Wed. Thru Sat. Back End Day-Entry Level-Will Train The Direct Care Youth Worker is responsible to maintain a safe, predictable and therapeutic living environment for children in care at Andrus while supporting the agency’s mission, vision, core values and treatment philosophy. The provides close supervision, counseling, and support to the children during all cottage-based activities. The Direct Support Professional is responsible to plan and implement individual and group initiatives to build children’s skills and self-esteem. The Direct Support Professional ensures that the basic needs of children are met, and that the cottage is maintained in a safe, orderly, predictable, therapeutic, structured and clean condition. The Direct Support Professional works as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes recreation therapists, teachers, social workers and other professionals. Schedule Wed. Thru Sat. 11:30am until 9:30pm Essential Duties of Direct Support Professional Wed. Thru Sat. Back End Day Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: • Assuring the safety of each resident and for the cottage community, • Actively supervising the residents at all times, based on their age and level, to assure everyone’s safety., • Supervising the residents by participating with them in scheduled activities, • Enacting the program schedule as written and on time, • Using all aspects of Sanctuary in the care s/he provides, • Using all aspects of trauma sensitive care in the services s/he provides, • Using all techniques of TCI to prevent triggering, to intervene early to prevent escalation to crisis, for safe management of any crisis that does arise, and for assuring safety and learning after any crisis. This includes becoming skilled in LSIs and conflict resolutions, and conducting them for even minor conflicts, to minimize the occurrence of larger conflicts., • Assuring that Safety Plans and ICMPs are in place, available to all staff and actively used to guide treatment., • Understanding the importance of and takes responsibility for team work and good communication, • Planning and enacting smooth transitions from one activity to the next, • Arriving consistently and on time for assigned shifts. Meet expectations for use of leave, professional presentation, and responsibility for specific tasks, • Supports overall strategic plan of the organization, • Generous PTO, 4 weeks of vacation, holidays, personal and sick time, • Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Benefits, • 401(k) Employer Contributions, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Flex Spending Accounts, • Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance, • Professional Development Essential Qualifications of Direct Support Professional Wed. Thru Sat. Back End Day Key qualifications include: • CPR/First Aid certification preferred (in-service trainings are mandatory), • Minimum of HS diploma (or equivalent), required, • Willing to train the right candidate, • A valid driver’s license in good standing for a minimum of 3 years, a plus, • Computer proficient and navigate Microsoft Office suite, • Multi-lingual a plus, • Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs Physical/Travel Requirements • lift, • reach, • walk, • climb stairs, • bend, • Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint. The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’ right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice. EEO Statement Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Job Overview of Direct Support Professional Back End Night-Entry Level-Will Train Schedule: Wednesday thru Saturday from 9:00 PM until 9:00 AM The Overnight Direct Support Professional is responsible to maintain a safe, predictable, and therapeutic living environment for children in care at Andrus while supporting the agency’s mission, vision, core values and treatment philosophy. The Overnight Direct Support Professional provides close supervision, counseling, and support to the children during all cottage-based activities. The Overnight Direct Support Professional is responsible for planning and implement individual and group initiatives to build children’s skills and self-esteem. The Overnight Direct Support Professional ensures that the basic needs of children are met, and that the cottage is maintained in a safe, orderly, predictable, therapeutic, structured, and clean condition. The Overnight Direct Support Professional works as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes recreation therapists, teachers, social workers, and other professionals. Essential Duties of Direct Support Professional Back End Night Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: • Assuring the safety of each resident and for the cottage community, • Actively supervise the residents at all times, based on their age and level, to assure everyone’s safety., • Enacting the program schedule as written and on time, • Using all aspects of Sanctuary in the care s/he provides, • Using all aspects of trauma sensitive care in the services s/he provides, • Using all techniques of TCI to prevent triggering, to intervene early to prevent escalation to crisis, for safe management of any crisis that does arise, and for assuring safety and learning after any crisis. This includes becoming skilled in LSIs and conflict resolutions, and conducting them for even minor conflicts, to minimize the occurrence of larger conflicts., • Use the scan system to record consistent monitoring by conducting visual checks of residents every 15 minutes for duration of shift., • Documents his/her work in a clear, timely way with scanning, nightly logs, round-up, census, and other reports., • Establishing safety (physical, emotional, moral, and social) within the cottage, • Executing consistent communication with colleagues and residents through the established systems set forth by manager/department., • Documents his/her work in a clear, timely way with scanning, nightly logs, round-up, census, and other reports., • Must have flexibility to move to any residential cottage based on program needs, • Supports overall strategic plan of the organization., • Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values and commitments. Essential Qualifications Of Direct Support Professional Back End Night Key qualifications include: • CPR/First Aid certification preferred (in-service trainings are mandatory), • Minimum of HS diploma (or equivalent), required, • Willing to train the right candidate, • A valid driver's license in good standing for a minimum of three years, a plus, • Computer proficient and navigate Microsoft Office suite., • Multi-lingual a plus, • Generous PTO, 4 weeks of vacation, floating holidays, holidays, personal and sick time, • Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Benefits, • 401(k) Employer Contributions, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Flex Spending Accounts, • Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance, • Must possess ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs, and lift weights of up to 30 lbs., • Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint. Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’ right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice. EEO Statement Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Job Overview of Direct Support Professional Monday thru Friday (8am until 2pm) The Direct Care Youth Worker is responsible to maintain a safe, predictable and therapeutic living environment for children in care at Andrus while supporting the agency’s mission, vision, core values and treatment philosophy. The Direct Support Professional provides close supervision, counseling, and support to the children during all cottage-based activities. The Direct Support Professional is responsible for planning and implementing individual and group initiatives to build children’s skills and self-esteem. The Direct Support Professional ensures that the basic needs of children are met, and that the cottage is maintained in a safe, orderly, predictable, therapeutic, structured and clean condition. The Direct Support Professional works as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes recreation therapists, teachers, social workers and other professionals. Essential Duties of Direct Support Professional Monday thru Friday (8am until 2pm) Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: • Assuring the safety of each resident and for the cottage community, • Actively supervising the residents at all times, based on their age and level, to assure everyone’s safety., • Supervising the residents by participating with them in scheduled activities, • Ensure that assigned youth attend appointments including, but not limited to psychiatry, medical, etc., • Ensure that physical spaces of cottage are clean, neat and organized, • Ensure that applicable paperwork is completed and submitted in timely fashion, • Enacting the program schedule as written and on time, • Using all aspects of Sanctuary in the care s/he provides, • Using all aspects of trauma sensitive care in the services s/he provides, • Using all techniques of TCI to prevent triggering, to intervene early to prevent escalation to crisis, for safe management of any crisis that does arise, and for assuring safety and learning after any crisis. This includes becoming skilled in LSIs and conflict resolutions, and conducting them for even minor conflicts, to minimize the occurrence of larger conflicts., • Assuring that Safety Plans and ICMPs are in place, available to all staff and actively used to guide treatment., • Understanding the importance of and takes responsibility for teamwork and good communication, • Planning and enacting smooth transitions from one activity to the next, • Must have flexibility to move to any residential cottage based on program needs, • Supports overall strategic plan of the organization, • Generous PTO, holidays, personal and sick time, • Health Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Benefits, • 401(k) Employer Contributions, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Flex Spending Accounts, • Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance Key qualifications include: • CPR/First Aid certification preferred (in-service trainings are mandatory), • Minimum of HS diploma (or equivalent), required, • Willing to train the right candidate, • A valid driver’s license in good standing for a minimum of 3 years, • The ability to maintain a driver’s license in good standing according to our policy is required, • Computer proficient and navigate Microsoft Office suite, • Multi-lingual a plus, • lift, • reach, • walk, • climb stairs, • bend, • Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint. The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’ right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice. EEO Statement Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Direct Support Professional - Residential Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! In this position, you will: • Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals, • Provide structure and emotional support, • Assist in resolving behavioral issues, • Help people supported with personal hygiene needs, • Complete detailed, accurate documentation, • Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles We require: • Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license, • High School diploma or equivalent, • Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required., • Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus ACLD has over 40 locations throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties. We have day, afternoon, evening and overnight shifts available including weekend only shifts. Salary ranges from 18.00-20.00 Some program/locations may have a differential in addition to the hourly rate. Apply online at or call/text 516 732-3979. An EOE m/f/d/v 1521

Job Description Position: Residential Care Assistant/Direct Support Specialist Location: Westwood, NJ 07052 Status: Full-Time Shifts: Saturday and Sunday 8am-4pm and Tuesday and Wednesday 4pm--12am Wednesday to Friday 12am-9:30am and Saturday 11pm-8am Saturday and Sunday 8am-4pm and Tuesday and Wednesday 2pm-11pm Monday, Tuesday and Friday 12am-9:30am and Sunday 11pm-8am Saturday and Sunday 8am-4pm and Wednesday and Thursday 11pm-9am Salary: 18.50 Hourly plus $1.50 COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plan, 401k (Up to 4% Match), Term & Whole Life Insurance, Predetermined school breaks/holidays (40 days), Paid Personal Time, Sick Days, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Access to Atlantic Federal Credit Union and NJM Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Secure Advantage (Financial Literacy), Discount for Local Childcare Program, ADP LifeMart, and Working Advantage (Employee Discounts & more!) Summary: Join our team and make a difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a RCA/DSP, you’ll provide compassionate support to help residents live their best lives. Your role includes assisting with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and medication, creating a comfortable home environment, and fostering meaningful family and community connections. Essential Duties: • Engages residents in activities of daily living to the extent of their ability and supports individual needs in areas of shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, grooming and hygiene., • Supports individual health and service plans (HSP/ISP) or other goals and objectives; regularly observe, identify, document and report changes in health and / behavior., • Perform household chores as needed and assist residents to determine social, recreational, or educational activities of choice., • Adhering to standard health precautions, ensure well-being of residents by monitoring individual health, administering medication as prescribed., • Inspects individual equipment and furnishings for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to supervisor., • Ensure that safe and reliable transportation is available to residents. Drives van or other vehicle; escorts residents to scheduled programs or other activities, recreational opportunities, or medical appointments as assigned by supervisor., • Prepares and communicates written progress notes relating to medication administration, individual daily activities, medical emergencies and other related areas as required by supervisor., • Interacts with residents’ family members and friends, facilitate communications and engagement within the community., • Attends and participates in staff meetings may assist residents to participate in house meetings, • Performs other related tasks as required by Group Home Manager, • Maintain a clean and safe working environment; rotation of household chores and adhere to standard health precautions., • Adhere to all PILLAR policies and procedures. Qualifications: • At least 18 years of age (Insurance Purposes), • HS Diploma or GED, • 1-2 Years of successful employment with the same establishment or agency, • 1 year experience supporting adults/children with developmental disabilities preferred, • Successful completion of criminal background history and fingerprint examination, • Valid driver's license with fewer than 4 points at all times. Pillar Care Continuum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Description Join our team at VillageCare as a Full Time Activities Associate for Resident Experience and be part of creating meaningful moments for residents in our Assisted Living Facility. This is a unique opportunity for recreational experts to utilize their skills and enrich the lives of our residents through engaging activities and events. As an onsite role located at 510 West 46th Street in Manhattan, you will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our residents every day. MUST LIVE IN NJ/NY/CT With a competitive pay ranging from $31.00 to $36.00 per hour, this position offers a rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors in a dynamic and fulfilling environment. As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as PTO package, 10 Paid Holidays, Personal and Sick time, Medical/Dental/Vision, HRA/FSA, Education Reimbursement, Retirement Savings 403(b), Life and Disability, Commuter Benefits, Paid Family Leave, and Additional Employee Discounts. Apply now to be a part of our dedicated team! Hello, we're VillageCare VillageCare is a community-based, not-for-profit organization serving people with chronic care needs, as well as seniors and individuals in need of continuing care and managed care services. Our mission is to promote healing, better health and well-being to the fullest extent possible. Our care is offered through a comprehensive array of community and residential programs, as well as managed care. VillageCare has delivered quality health care services to individuals residing within New York City for over 45 years. Day to day as a Activities Associate - Resident Experience As a Resident Experience Associate at VillageCare, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing a diverse range of activities for our residents, both within our residence and in the local community. Your primary objective will be to create an enriching environment that fosters strong family connections, friendships, and engagement in recreational and social pursuits. You will be responsible for ensuring that our recreation program complies with Department of Health regulations and meets the unique needs and interests of our residents. From organizing off-site excursions to facilitating in-house leisure programs, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the quality of life for our residents. By utilizing your strong organizational skills and attention to detail, you will help maintain a vibrant calendar of activities and ensure that our recreational spaces are well-equipped and welcoming. Join us at VillageCare and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing the resident experience and promoting a culture of customer satisfaction and service excellence. Are you a good fit for this Activities Associate - Resident Experience job? To excel as a Resident Experience Associate at VillageCare, candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree (preferred) or a High School Diploma or GED (required). Additionally, a minimum of 3 years of experience working with residents in a similar facility is essential to succeed in this role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for engaging with residents and coordinating activities effectively. Attention to detail and the ability to plan and execute diverse recreational programs are key to ensuring a vibrant and fulfilling resident experience. Proficiency in computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, and database software will be necessary for managing activity schedules and volunteer coordination. A proactive and customer-centric approach, coupled with a passion for enhancing the quality of life for seniors, will be instrumental in creating a welcoming and engaging environment for our residents. Join our team today! If you think this role will suit your needs, great! Applying is a piece of cake. Good luck - we're excited to meet you! VillageCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job DescriptionSalary: $16 - $18 Job Title: Respite Worker Reports To: Staffing Coordinator Job Description: Providing relief for parents of children with disabilities through providing support while the caregiver can leave and take care of other personal/household-related matters. As well as the below elements. Tasks: You will be required to assist the family with recreational and leisure-related activities, which may include an array of home and community involvement. Basic Abilities: Experience in working with children with disabilities. Provide supervision, boundary limitations, and maintain a safe and positive environment. Compatibility: Be able to engage the child and provide quality care in a friendly, patient, and compassionate manner. Effective Communication: Be able to initiate and receive verbal communication between managers, clients, and parents regarding how to deliver service and resolve issues. Qualifications: Ideal applicants should have experience in working with children with disabilities, effective interpersonal skills, be able to maintain satisfactory working relationships with families and other professionals, and have time management skills. Educational Requirement: High School Diploma; some college experience preferred; however, not mandatory. Locations : Multiple Location in state of NJ, Preferably Morris, Essex, Union, Middlesex and Bergen Counties.

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 Similar Titles: Residential Youth Coach, Residential Aid, DSP, or Direct Support Staff. 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 Direct Support Professional - Residential Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! In this position, you will: • Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals, • Provide structure and emotional support, • Assist in resolving behavioral issues, • Help people supported with personal hygiene needs, • Complete detailed, accurate documentation, • Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles We require: • Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license, • High School diploma or equivalent, • Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required., • Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications, • Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus Apply online at or text us for more information at 516-739-3979. An EOE m/f/d/v Schedule: Sat- Mon 4pm-12am; Tues-Thurs 3pm-11pm 40 Hours

Job Description Direct Support Professional (Non-Behavioral and Non-Aggressive Behavioral): Residential Services Top Achieving DSPs at Life Opportunities Unlimited CAN make over $70,000 per year with overtime. Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey. LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County: Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties. LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations. Core Functions: • Maintain the residential household to a high standard: house cleaning, coordinate shopping lists, shopping, preparing meals, and promptly reporting any housing issues to management, • Drive clients safely and efficiently to and from activities, • Assist in all areas where clients may require support, including but not limited to:, • Provide assistance in personal hygiene care, • Proper administration of medication in accordance with training and procedures, • Write clear and concise progress notes, • Ensure ongoing implementation of ISP outcomes, • Follow through on any and all established behavior plans, • Active participation and guidance in recreational activities, • Implement activities that encourage personal growth and new skill development, • Advocate for clients’ self-expression and communication, • Manage a safe and nurturing environment in our group homes that allows them to grow and be their best selves, • Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services, • Attend all departmental staff meetings, company events, and organization-provided training sessions, • Cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation This role must complete all responsibilities required and deemed applicable by the Director of Residential Services as it pertains to the Residential Services and our clients’ well-being. Join the LOU Team: We are committed to supporting our employees in their professional growth and career development. This commitment allows our teams to thrive in a passion-driven community that is focused on enriching the lives of our clients. We are looking for dedicated individuals who want to be an important part of building a better future for individuals with developmental disabilities. Staff stay at LOU for an average of 8 years. LOU is a great place for people to meet their professional goals and grow within the organization. You will be a successful team member if you are: • Creative and able to adjust accordingly, • Organized and detail-oriented, • Patient, compassionate, and caring, • Collaborate and communicate effectively with a team, • Mission-motivated and result-driven Requirements: • High School diploma or equivalent, • Possesses a full valid New Jersey Driver’s License Non-Probationary with no restrictions, • Must be 18 years or older, • Preferred, but not required: Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), Personal Care Aide (PCA), Patient Care Tech (PCT), Direct Support Professional (DSP), • Preferred, but not required: Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, • Proven professional written and verbal communication skills, • Adequate computer skills and problem-solving skills, • Must be able to successfully complete all NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities mandated training within the required time frame, • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, • Competitive Salary and Flexible Hours, • Comprehensive Paid Training Programs including CPR and First Aid, • PTO, Vacation, Sick Time, & Holiday Pay, • Career Advancement Opportunities, • Discount Perks*, • Childcare, • AAA, • Vacation and entertainment Hiring Full-time, Part-time, and Per Diem for shifts: • Friday & Saturday: 11PM - 7AM, • Sunday - Thursday: 11PM - 9AM, • Monday - Sunday: 3PM - 11PM, • Saturday & Sunday: 7AM - 3PM Join our team and make a difference today!

Job Description Who We Are: At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org. Overview: Join our team as a Day Habilitation Specialist and make a real difference in the lives of individuals we support. You'll provide essential care and guidance, helping them develop daily living skills, enhance their communication, and make informed decisions. Your dedication will ensure their health and safety, empowering them to lead fulfilling and purposeful lives within their communities. Here’s what makes working with us truly special: • Meaningful Impact: Every day, you’ll make a real difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Your efforts will help create a nurturing and inclusive community where everyone can thrive., • Collaborative Culture: Join a passionate team dedicated to supporting each other and the individuals we serve. We foster an atmosphere of collaboration, respect, and shared goals, making it a fulfilling place to work., • Professional Development: We invest in your growth! Benefit from ongoing training and resources to enhance your skills, ensuring you’re equipped to provide the best support possible., • Diverse Community: Be part of a vibrant community that celebrates diversity. Your unique background and perspective will enrich our team and enhance the experiences of those we support., • Transport participants to various community and recreational activities that support skill-building and personal growth, • Ensuring safety and providing appropriate supervision of participant support in the community, • Lead group sessions where participants can learn practical skills for daily life in the community, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving., • Actively engage participants in activities, encouraging participation and maintaining interest to create a positive and meaningful experience., • Foster independence by assisting participants to develop work, recreational, and social skills, • Assist individuals in identifying and working towards life goals, • Serve as a positive role model, building trust and supportive relationships with participants., • High school diploma or GED required., • Valid NYS driver’s license with at least 1 year of driving experience., • 3 – 5 years of experience in roles such as Day Habilitation Specialist, Paraprofessional, Lead Teacher, Teacher’s Aide, or Home Health Aide., • Preferred experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities., • Comfortable operating an agency vehicle (caravan). Work Hours/Schedule: Full time, Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 4 PM Pay: $19.50/hr. Generous Benefits: • Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment., • Dental Benefits: Employer-paid., • Vision Plan, • Accident Insurance, • Critical Illness Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • Identity Theft & Fraud Protection, • Legal Services, • 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%., • Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid, coverage of 1x annual salary., • Tuition Assistance, • Section 125 Flexible Spending Program, • Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours., • Up to 48 hours of personal time per calendar year. Part-time employees are also eligible for the 403(B) retirement plan and New York State Sick Leave. Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Grace Community Care of NJ is looking to hire (1) Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for a Young Male in his 20's Day Shift 9am-3pm for Community Based Supports. This Requires Accompanying and transporting 1:1 client to various community engagement outings. Must have experience working with clients with Developmental Disabilities. Must have Driver's License and reliable transportation. Must have Access to Wi-Fi/internet/Tablet or Computer for communication and resource access. Proficient in note-writing and time recording. Team player mentality, professionalism, and punctuality. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree in related field preferred)., • Experience in Direct support., • Must have Access to Wi-Fi/internet/Tablet or Computer for communication and resource access., • Proficient in note-writing and time recording., • Team player mentality, professionalism, and punctuality., • Provide direct support to individual with developmental disabilities in daily living activities, including personal care and assistance with ADLs either in the community such as community centers and their own personal home., • Observe and document patient behavior and progress, ensuring their safety and well-being., • Medication Administration., • Collaborate with team members and families to implement care plans., • Utilize first aid skills as necessary and maintain a valid driver's license for transportation needs. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay: From $21.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 30 per week Benefits: • 401(k), • Paid time off

Job Description Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Tue-Sat 7am-3:30pm, Full-time AM 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 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 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 Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Saturday-Monday 6am-2:30pm 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 Manhattan 10023 Schedule Tue-Sat, 40 hour Full-Time, 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 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 Location Schedule 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 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. 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: $17.77 - $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 Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Friday-Monday 2pm-10:30pm 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 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 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 the general direction of the program director or designee, is responsible for devoting their attention to the care and development of the people we support in various Agency residential and day programs. 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 program. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Floating Direct Support Professional will include, but are not limited to the following: • Provide support as a Direct Support Professional in various designated programs, based on need., • Provides care and assists with the personal development and independence of the people we support., • Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at the highest level., • Teaches the people we support to improve their activities of daily living and in the development of self-help and social skills., • Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service training., • 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 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 be required to provide strategies for crisis intervention prevention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines., • Travels with 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 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 if assigned to an Agency residential program., • 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 medication administration course and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by program nurse(s) in all areas related to medication administration., • Completes all activities related to skill building as outlined in individual program plans., • Attends to personal hygiene needs of the people we support, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as situation warrants., • Handles all documents for the people we support in a secure and confidential manner., • Performs related duties as requested. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual 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. • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English., • Good oral and written communication skills., • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, the people we support, and their families., • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures., • Ability to travel to various programs, as needed. 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: $16.50/hour 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 by 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. Requirements:

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Flexible schedule Responsibilities: • Perform light to moderate housekeeping tasks, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, dishwashing, bathroom cleaning and etc..., • Ensure living spaces are sanitary and organized, • Follow safety protocols and respect personal property, • Communicate any concerns or supply needs to supervisors, • Maintain accurate documentation of service hours as required Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent, • Prior housekeeping or cleaning experience preferred, • Reliable transportation is a must, • Clean driving record, • Ability to work independently and follow instructions, • Must be dependable and respectful of the individuals home and preferences, • Must pass background check and meet agency/state requirements, • Must complete College of Direct Support (CDS) training, • CPR certification a plus

Job Description Looking to hire a teacher's aide or DSP (Direct Support Professional) that is available to work 20 hours total in Glendale, NY. Weekdays after 2:30pm and weekends afternoon. Seeking an experienced support professional who has chosen this field because they are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities through a career in health or mental care. You have at least a high school degree with experience in direct and active support of people with autism, down's syndrome, etc. or even better, a bachelor's degree in a field related to health and mental care: psychology, special education, mental health, behavioral science, etc. We offer competitive pay and benefits in a fast-growing, start-up-like environment where the right combination of independent, creative thinking and enthusiastic teamwork will guarantee career growth. You will be responsible for supporting our program participant. Provide Safety & Support • Ensure health, safety and welfare of client with developmental disabilities., • Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individual and their family., • Promote individual's independence., • Assist to develop and maintain relationships., • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the client., • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the client., • Work in partnership with client to support to lead self-directed lives., • Implement and adhere to established actionable plans., • Ability to communicate effectively., • Be able to establish rapport and communicate positively with parents., • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies., • Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics., • Be familiar with fire evacuation and emergency procedures within the home and community environments., • Maintain all required certifications., • May be required to report to alternate work location (job-coaching can take place anywhere in the community, within 10 miles), • Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately, • High school diploma required, bachelors or masters preferred., • Experience working with medically fragile people and with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities., • Valid driver’s license and impeccable driving record., • Willingness to provide personal care.

Job Description Looking to hire a DSP (Direct Support Professional) or teachers's aide that is available to work M-TH, 7pm-9pm in East Elmhurst, Queens, NY. Seeking an experienced support professional who has chosen this field because they are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities through a career in health or mental care. You have at least a high school degree with experience in direct and active support of people with autism, down's syndrome, etc. or even better, a bachelor's degree in a field related to health and mental care: psychology, special education, mental health, behavioral science, etc. We offer competitive pay and benefits in a fast-growing, start-up-like environment where the right combination of independent, creative thinking and enthusiastic teamwork will guarantee career growth. You will be responsible for supporting our program participant. Provide Safety & Support • Ensure health, safety and welfare of client with developmental disabilities., • Safeguard and respect the confidentiality of the individual and their family., • Promote individual's independence., • Assist to develop and maintain relationships., • Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the client., • Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture and strengths of the client., • Work in partnership with client to support to lead self-directed lives., • Implement and adhere to established actionable plans., • Ability to communicate effectively., • Be able to establish rapport and communicate positively with parents., • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies., • Uphold the standards set by the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) Code of Ethics., • Be familiar with fire evacuation and emergency procedures within the home and community environments., • Maintain all required certifications., • May be required to report to alternate work location (job-coaching can take place anywhere in the community, within 10 miles), • Report problems and concerns to supervisors immediately, • High school diploma required, bachelors or masters preferred., • Experience working with medically fragile people and with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities., • Valid driver’s license and impeccable driving record., • Willingness to provide personal care.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Performance Based Signing Bonus, • Competitive salary, • Flexible schedule, • Opportunity for advancement About the Role Hopes Promise Respite is looking for compassionate, reliable, and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP) who are ready to bring their skills where they're needed to support adults with developmental disabilities. As a DSP, youll make a meaningful difference every dayhelping individuals live more independently, engage in their communities, and achieve their personal goals. This part time role involves local travel within an hour of your home. What Youll Do • Travel to different participant homes to deliver respectful person-centered support, • Build meaningful relationships with individuals, families, and team members, • Promote independence, dignity, and inclusion in every interaction, • Assist with daily living activities as needed (meals, hygiene, mobility, etc.), • Support community participation, recreation, and skill-building, • Follow individualized care plans and document progress, • Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment, • Document services and maintain compliance with all program standards What We Offer • $250 Performance Bonus (90 days after first visit - terms apply), • Competitive hourly rate, • Flexible scheduling to fit your life, • Supervision, training and ongoing professional development, • Mileage reimbursement for travel with participants, • Supportive team culture with 24/7 on-call assistance What We're Looking For • Compassion, patience, and a commitment to empowering others, • Experience with individual/developmental disabilities and behaviors, • Flexibility to travel locally up to 1 hour from your home, • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent If youre ready to make a difference while enjoying flexibility, learning and great bonus opportunities, wed love to meet you. Apply today and start your journey as a valued member of our DSP team!