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  • Supported Employment Counselor
    Supported Employment Counselor
    3 hours ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path's Supported Employment program is integral in ensuring the long term success of people on the job. Job Path is seeking an energetic, responsible, and creative person to manage a caseload of people who are currently employed. The Employment Counselor is responsible for ensuring that the people they support are able to maintain and grow in their jobs and careers. Employment Counselors must be proactive, seeking out ways for a person to grow on the job and by identifying issues before they jeopardize a person's employment. Employment Counselors must be reliable and punctual; in order for the people we support to be successful in their jobs. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: • Provide ongoing support to a caseload of ten to fifteen people in our employment program, • Developing strategies for participants to build on their work skills to be able to complete tasks as independently as possible, • Help people work through issues that may arise on the job by using creative problem solving, • Encourage participants to learn new skills to grow at their jobs, • Develop positive relationships with participants' coworkers, supervisors and managers, • Work with employers to guarantee their satisfaction with Job Path services, • Assist people to grow in their careers, which may include but is not limited to assistance with skill building, advocacy and job development, • Serve as an active team member by attending team meetings, trainings, contributing new ideas and maintaining ongoing communications with supervisor(s), • Ongoing communication with families, • Communication with network for support - including Care Managers and other people involved in the lives of people receiving services, • Be flexible and available to provide support to participants as needed. Occasionally, one may need to be available to provide support on weekends or outside of the standard work day, depending on the work schedule of the people we support. ., • Provide training and guidance to Direct Support Professionals who are supporting people on your caseload ++Documentation and Billing++ • Complete a daily hours chart to document all services provided, • Submit detailed case notes for all billable services on a daily basis into the electronic record keeping system, • Complete a monthly summary that details services provided and progress for each person on a caseload, • Attend and provide feedback at Life Plan meetings twice a year for each person we support, creating and submitting Staff Action Plan Location: This position requires two days of presence in Job Path's midtown Manhattan office and travel around the city to develop employment and support people on the job. Hybrid remote option is available on non-office/support days. Qualifications: BA degree preferred or a combination of high school diploma or equivalency and related experience. Experience supporting people with developmental disabilities a plus. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Experience with administrative work and record keeping, • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both externally and internally with team members, • Ability to actively listen and collaborate, • Computer literacy (Google Workspace, Spreadsheets, Web-based case notes), • Demonstrate competency in written, verbal and computational skills to document records in accordance with program and OPWDD mandates, • Excellent networking skills Salary: Annual salary of $43,000-$45,000 depending on education and experience, Eligible for overtime Benefits: • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, • Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Policy, • Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), • Pre-tax commuter and medical plans, • 403b retirement plan with 5% employer match after two years of employment, • Generous vacation policy To Apply: Submit your resume and answers to the application questions via our jobs board. Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Aimee Althoff 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Employment

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  • Kitchen Aide/Cook (PT-Temp)
    Kitchen Aide/Cook (PT-Temp)
    1 month ago
    $20–$23 hourly
    Part-time
    Sunnyside, Queens

    Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time Temporary Reports to: OAC Head Cook Schedule: 2 days per week, 7 hours/day for July and August 2026 Organizational Description: Sunnyside Community Services (SCS) is a multi-service, community-based organization providing a broad range of services to approximately 16,000 people each year. Our services include: pre-kindergarten and after school programs; college prep and career programs for teens and young adults; supports for immigrants; a vibrant Older Adult Center, dedicated home care services, support and assistance for family caregivers, and social adult day program for people with cognitive and physical impairments. Part-Time Kitchen Aide / Assistant Cook – Role Description: Sunnyside Community Services is seeking a Kitchen Aide/Assistant Cook to work at the Older Adult Center which provides essential services to older adults in a community-based setting, including education, recreation, physical and mental health support, benefit assistance, referrals, and nutritious, freshly prepared meals served daily. The Kitchen Aide/Assistant Cook is responsible for cooking and assisting with meal preparation for Older Adult Center members and agency programs, while ensuring compliance with Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and Department for the Aging (DFTA) standards and regulations. This role supports safe, sanitary kitchen operations and helps maintain a welcoming environment for older adults, volunteers, and visitors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Perform daily food preparation and cooking, including meal service for the Older Adult Center and agency programs, in accordance with DFTA nutrition guidelines, regulated portion sizes, and DOHMH regulations. Breakfast and/or evening service may be required., • Receive and store food and kitchen deliveries as needed., • Assist with inventory management of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment., • Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitization of all kitchen and dining areas, including refrigeration and freezer units, steam tables, beverage dispensers, work surfaces, cooking equipment, dishes, utensils, appliances, storage areas, and dining room tables., • Support oversight of kitchen volunteers and food handlers during meal preparation, service, and cleanup in compliance with DOHMH and DFTA standards., • Attend required DFTA trainings and other related meetings as assigned. Physical Requirements: • Ability to work in a kitchen environment and remain standing for extended periods., • Ability to lift and carry heavy items., • Strong attention to cleanliness and sanitation. Working Conditions • Fast-paced kitchen environment. Requirements • Valid NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Food Protection Certificate., • High school diploma or equivalent life experience., • Preferred experience with group meal preparation., • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook., • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends., • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. How to apply: Send cover letter and resume. Indicate “Part-Time Kitchen Aide/Cook” in subject line. All positions at Sunnyside Community Services are filled without regard to race/color, religion/creed, national origin, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy-related condition or lactation, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, height, weight, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/ sex offenses, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration or citizenship status, prior arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, union affiliation/activity, or for reporting or opposing discrimination on these bases or for reporting or opposing violations of workplace health and safety, pay equity or practices, or for participating in any internal or any legally protected status listed in the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). All are encouraged to apply. Sunnyside Community Services strives to address, explore, and educate all our stakeholders about the diversity of human experience and to advance and integrate racial equity and social justice into all organizational policies and programs. We believe that everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the organization, should feel equally involved and supported. Sunnyside Community Services represents a commitment to considering the whole person and how systemic barriers and access to opportunities can affect their well-being. For more information about Sunnyside Community Services, please visit the website at www.scsny.org *Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer*

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  • Disability Job Coach
    Disability Job Coach
    3 hours ago
    $19.44 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Path supports adults with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. At Job Path, we use a [Customized Employment](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/employment/) approach which entails getting to know the job seeker first and then using this knowledge to target employers based on the person's interests, needs and skills. The aim is not to fit an individual into an already existing job description or opening. Instead, we work with employers to identify their needs and create or carve out a job that works for both the business and the job seeker. Job Path is seeking applicants for the Job Coach position in our employment programs. The individualized supports we provide are integral to the job retention for the participants in our program. Job Coaches must be reliable and punctual; in order for the people we support to be successful in their jobs. Applicants must be energetic, responsible, and creative. The Job Coach must be proactive, seeking out ways for a person to grow on the job and by identifying issues before they jeopardize a person's employment. The Job Coach will be responsible for communicating such information with their supervisors so that the team can work together to ensure the success of the people we support. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Encourage Participants to learn new skills to grow at their jobs, • Work with employers to guarantee their satisfaction with Job Path services, • Be flexible and available to provide support to employment program participants as needed. At times one might have to work on the weekends., • Maintain communication with one's supervisor to ensure that vital information is shared in order to ensure the success of the people we support., • Write detailed case notes and submit electronic documentation* of all services provided for the month for billing purposes by assigned deadlines, • Work with employer and individual to resolve any problems that may arise during work hours. Qualifications: High School graduate or GED. No experience and no certifications are required, but you must be a caring and committed individual with a genuine desire to support and help others and be sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities). Rate: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b retirement account with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Please submit your resume, response to questionnaire, dates of availability via our jobs board: Or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 No calls please. *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Please be aware that Job Path requires all employees who use their personal cellular phones for work purposes to enroll in Job Path's Mobile Device Management system.* Department: Employment

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  • Residential Direct Support Professional - Astoria and Forest Hills
    Residential Direct Support Professional - Astoria and Forest Hills
    3 hours ago
    Part-time
    Astoria, Queens

    Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path is seeking Residential Direct Support Professionals (DSP) who are motivated, flexible, energetic, responsible, and organized. The role of the Residential DSP is to support people with developmental disabilities to live in homes that are truly their own, providing a warm and safe environment. Our approach is to provide assistance when needed while also empowering the people supported to have ownership of their responsibilities and to learn new skills. The men who live in the apartments where we are seeking DSPs have active lives in their communities, the Residential DSP will also be expected to provide community based support. Please apply to this posting only if you are available to work in Astoria or Forest Hills. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: ++Direct Support; Challenging Individuals To Grow In An Interdependent World By:++ • Encouraging personal skill development in all areas of someone's life by modeling and coaching, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing everything for them., • Providing opportunities for new experiences., • Getting involved in the community - recreation, shopping, building positive relationships, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Building a relationship based on respect, to enable you to offer support, guidance and direction when appropriate, • Facilitating any area in which someone may need support in order to achieve full life eg, buying clothes, sending birthday cards, mending clothes, redecorating a room, • Encouraging, teaching and assisting with household, community and personal responsibilities such as shopping, cleaning, banking, doctor appointments., • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships ++Teamwork; Building A Strong Team Able To Accomplish Goals By:++ • Offering support, respect and feedback to other team members, • Ensuring communication is clear, concise and honest, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Covering assigned shifts or finding a suitable replacement, giving adequate notice and informing the team., • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions, feeling, • Respecting the workplace physical structure, keeping it clean, safe and secure for those we support, • Assisting in meal preparation ++Health & Safety; Respecting Individuals Personal Health Needs By:++ • Administering medication correctly, • Being aware of and competent in dealing with individual medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Attending regularly and consistently to personal care needs such as bathing, hygiene, grooming etc. in a dignifying and respectful matter, • Accompanying individuals to doctors appointments, • Reading and initialing the consult sheet and following through with the information given by the doctor, • Ordering supplies in advance to ensure they arrive when needed eg. medication, gloves etc. ++Documentation/Communication; Ensuring Information Is Shared By:++ • Reading, documenting in and initialing log books and communication books before and after each shift as appropriate, • Writing reports immediately following an event eg. Doctor's appointment form, incident reports, etc., • Correctly documenting Personal Spending, Petty Cash, groceries, etc. immediately after an item is purchased, • Reading staff meeting minutes, • Meeting with team leader periodically for open communication Qualifications and Skills: • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Previous experience in supporting people with disabilities is a plus, but not required with other relevant experience, • Basic computer literacy to complete case notes and timesheets, • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, • Punctuality and consistent attendance are essential Rate: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment. Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Please submit your resume and thoughtful answers to the application questions via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Cerezmy Salcido 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. You must submit a resume AND cover letter to be considered for the position. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Supported Living

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  • Direct Support Professional - Weekends
    Direct Support Professional - Weekends
    4 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Do you value working for an organization that is truly driven by its mission? Are you excited at the prospect of being able to be a positive presence in a person's life? Does exploring different corners of New York City to find interesting things to do and forming meaningful relationships sound like a dream job? Are you looking for FLEXIBLE work that can fit into your schedule? If your answer is yes to the above, then you are in the right place! Job Path supports Autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the Community Connections program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. Direct Support Professionals who work in the Community Connections program are part of a team that works with people with a multitude of interests and with varying support needs. Schedule: Saturdays and/or Sundays, 5-6 hour shifts. Day time and evening. Additional hours during the week may also be available. ++ Responsibilities include ++ : ++Direct Support++ • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Empowering individuals to participate in volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Supporting people in their homes to develop independent living skills, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships, • Putting aside personal beliefs to ensure that the person you are supporting has the opportunity to have the life they want for themselves ++Working in a team++ • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions ++Health & Safety++ • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Providing physical supports, such as pushing a wheelchair or helping a person to eat, in a dignifying and respectful matter ++Documentation/Communication++ • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets by assigned deadlines, • Following up with required documentation as detailed by your supervisor, • Attending and completing required trainings In order to succeed in this position, applicants must be dynamic and flexible in order to go with the flow of people's ever changing lives. Some of the people we support use wheelchairs or require other physical supports. In order to ensure that all people in the Community Connections program have an equal opportunity to have a full life, applicants must be open to providing physical supports if necessary. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Prior experience is a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities. This position would be one-to-one through the Community Connections department. Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Department: Community Connections

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  • Coordinator - Community Connections
    Coordinator - Community Connections
    5 hours ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Path supports people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path is seeking a full-time Coordinator in the Community Connections program. An alternative to group-oriented day programming for people with developmental disabilities, Job Path's Community Connections program enables people to find volunteer jobs, develop strong connections to their neighbors and communities, provide continuing education support and assist in developing skills. ++ Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: ++ ++Identify, secure and support volunteer work and other community activities for a caseload of people and their families++ • Get to know each person and family and assure that they get the services they need, • Coordinate a person-centered planning process for each person to identify interests, goals and potential community activities, • Oversee implementation of the plan and its ongoing modification to assure that people are involved in activities that are meaningful and that they enjoy, • Interview and hire staff to support individuals in their goals and activities, • Coordinate and oversee virtual support services as needed, • Provide assistance to virtual groups., • Provide coverage as needed can be face-to-face in the community or virtually., • Creating and maintaining support schedules ++Supervise and mentor a team of direct support professionals who work with people and their families++ • Schedule and supervise direct support professionals who are responsible for the implementation of people's plans and activities, • Provide training and ongoing supervision so that staff understands person-centered planning, values and practices, • Complete evaluations for Direct Support Professionals around Competency areas and provide regular feedback on performance, • Assist staff in exploring neighborhoods and finding volunteer jobs and community activities that meet each person's interests and needs, • Assist staff with locating virtual activities that meets the needs of the individuals in caseload., • Approve staff timesheets on a bi-weekly basis, • Approve Medicaid billing documentation daily ++Complete all program billing according to our policy + procedures and payroll documentation on a daily basis++ ++Make certain that Job Path is in compliance with internal and external quality assurance requirements++ Location: At the present time, this is a hybrid remote position, requiring presence at least two days a week in Job Path's midtown Manhattan office. This position requires travel around the city to provide support and to do community development work. Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree ++and++ at least two years of experience of working with in working with Autistic people or people with developmental disabilities; ++or++;, • High school diploma or equivalent ++and++ six years of experience in working with Autistic people or people with developmental disabilities, • Ability to be flexible in their daily schedule, • Displayed leadership skills, • Be highly sensitive to the needs and preferences of individuals and their families., • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written required, • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, • Experience with community development and social work., • Excellent human service planning skills and ability to engage a broad spectrum of community members in planning efforts, • Knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft Suite Salary: $46,800 annual salary, $48,800 with master's degree, non-exempt Benefits: • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, • Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Policy, • Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), • Pre-tax commuter and medical plans, • 403b retirement plan with 5% employer match after two years of employment, • Generous vacation policy To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter that details what personal and professional experiences you have had that will make you an ideal fit for this job via our jobs board. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Community Connections

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  • Direct Support Professional - Specializing in Transitional Support
    Direct Support Professional - Specializing in Transitional Support
    6 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Do you value working for an organization that is truly driven by its mission? Are you excited at the prospect of being able to be a positive presence in a person's life? Does exploring different corners of New York City to find interesting things to do and forming meaningful relationships sound like a dream job? Are you looking for FLEXIBLE work that can fit into your schedule? If your answer is yes to the above, then you are in the right place! Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the [Community Connections](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/community-connections/) program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. We are looking for DSPs to work with participants who are new to JobPath as they are coming in through our transitional programs. Our cohort changes and we support people all throughout the city but at the moment we have participants located in ++Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn++. Our current cohort has participants who are interested in ++ sports and fitness, creative arts (animation, digital arts, physical arts, etc.), computers, and performing arts (singing, acting, writing), among other interests++. Our cohort has a range of personality and communication styles so we welcome anyone to apply but ideally we are looking for DSPs who are willing to help these participants adjust to our day hab program and build their programming. Days and times will vary depending on but we can also supplement hours with other open shifts in the department. Typical shifts are 9am to 3pm or 10am to 4pm, though there is variability in schedules based on the needs of the people we support. If you are only interested in weekend or overnight support work, please visit our [Residential Direct Support Professional](https://jobpathnyc.applytojob.com/apply/Ix5YyiaXMs/Residential-Direct-Support-Professional) listing. Areas of responsibility include: ++ Direct Support ++ • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Providing assistance at volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships, • Putting aside personal beliefs to ensure that the person you are supporting has the opportunity to have the life they want for themselves ++ Working in a team ++ • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions ++Health & Safety++ • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Providing physical supports, such as pushing a wheelchair or helping a person to eat, in a dignifying and respectful matter ++ Documentation/Communication ++ • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets via online portals by assigned deadlines, • Following up with required documentation as detailed by your supervisor In order to succeed in this position, applicants must be dynamic and flexible in order to go with the flow of people's ever changing lives. Some of the people we support use wheelchairs or require other physical supports. In order to ensure that all people in the Community Connections program have an equal opportunity to have a full life, applicants must be open to providing physical supports if necessary. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, written and spoken English. Prior experience a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities). Must have basic computer skills, such as ability to respond to e-mails, submit electronic timesheets, and complete case notes through an electronic health record system. This position would be one-to-one through the [Community Connections](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/community-connections/) department. Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b retirement plan with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six-month measurement period. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. ++No calls please++. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status.* *Please be aware that Job Path requires all employees who use their personal cellular phones for work purposes to enroll in Job Path's Mobile Device Management system. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Community Connections

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  • Direct Support Professional - Crown Heights
    Direct Support Professional - Crown Heights
    7 hours ago
    Part-time
    Brooklyn, New York

    Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative people to provide one-on-one support in various community settings in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the Bronx. The mission of the Community Connections program at Job Path is to ensure that people with developmental disabilities are visible in society and are recognized as equal citizens. We work one-on-one with people using a true person centered approach in order to foster relationships between people and their communities. Direct Support Professionals who work in the Community Connections program are part of a team that works with people with a multitude of interests and with varying support needs. Job path is seeking a Direct Support Professional who is able to provide dedicated support five days a week to a young man who lives in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Some of the characteristics that are a must for this role are: • Being a kind, caring, and patient person, • Punctuality and attendance are very important, • Assistance with ADL skills, • Enjoys long walks, • Able to engage in and encourage conversation, • Able to assist with and troubleshoot challenging behaviors, • Use good judgement regarding safety protocols, • Be understanding and flexible with the family Schedule: Monday to Friday, 1pm to 6pm Location: Beginning and ending the day in Crown Heights, Brooklyn Additionally, any person who will work at Job Path as a Direct Support Professional will be responsible for the following areas: ++ Direct Support ++ • Providing individualized supports to connect people to their communities and help them to become contributing community members, • Working with family and community members, develop connections to community organizations, • Providing assistance at volunteer jobs, classes, social events and other community activities, • Helping individuals meet their personal and professional goals, • Building self-esteem by doing things together, rather than doing for, • Providing opportunities for new experiences, especially indoor activities, • Encouraging individuals to make choices and decisions in all areas of their lives, and providing the opportunities to learn how to make decisions, • Supporting people in social situations to learn to feel comfortable and confident with others through appropriate interactions and build positive relationships ++ Working in a team ++ • Ensuring communication with supervisor is clear, concise and honest, • Offering support, respect, and feedback to other team members, • Attending staff meetings and contributing professionally, • Sharing and contributing ideas, knowledge, questions ++ Health & Safety ++ • Being aware of and competent in dealing with medical needs eg. seizures, health concerns, allergies etc., • Providing physical supports and assistance with ADLs (activities of daily living) in a dignifying and respectful matter ++ Documentation/Communication ++ • Completing case notes, monthly summary notes, and timesheets by assigned deadlines, • Following up with required documentation as detailed by your supervisor ++ Qualifications and Skills: ++ • High school diploma or GED, written and spoken English., • One year of prior experience working with people with disabilities required, residential experience where ADL support was provided a plus., • We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, "people-oriented" work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities)., • Must have basic computer skills, such as ability to respond to e-mails, submit electronic timesheets, and complete casenotes through an electronic health record system., • Strong written and verbal communication skills Rate of Pay: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. If the candidate is scheduled to work more than 28 hours per week and able to maintain those hours, benefit eligibility may be moved up to the first of the month following sixty days of employment. To Apply: Job Path seriously reviews all application materials. Please submit your resume and thoughtful questionnaire responses via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Please choose one method of submission. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Community Connections

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  • Direct Support Professional
    Direct Support Professional
    8 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

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

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  • Disability Job Coach
    Disability Job Coach
    10 hours ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Path supports adults with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it's finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. At Job Path, we use a [Customized Employment](https://www.jobpathnyc.org/employment/) approach which entails getting to know the job seeker first and then using this knowledge to target employers based on the person's interests, needs and skills. The aim is not to fit an individual into an already existing job description or opening. Instead, we work with employers to identify their needs and create or carve out a job that works for both the business and the job seeker. Job Path is seeking applicants for the Job Coach position in our employment programs. The individualized supports we provide are integral to the job retention for the participants in our program. Job Coaches must be reliable and punctual; in order for the people we support to be successful in their jobs. Applicants must be energetic, responsible, and creative. The Job Coach must be proactive, seeking out ways for a person to grow on the job and by identifying issues before they jeopardize a person's employment. The Job Coach will be responsible for communicating such information with their supervisors so that the team can work together to ensure the success of the people we support. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Encourage Participants to learn new skills to grow at their jobs, • Work with employers to guarantee their satisfaction with Job Path services, • Be flexible and available to provide support to employment program participants as needed. At times one might have to work on the weekends., • Maintain communication with one's supervisor to ensure that vital information is shared in order to ensure the success of the people we support., • Write detailed case notes and submit electronic documentation* of all services provided for the month for billing purposes by assigned deadlines, • Work with employer and individual to resolve any problems that may arise during work hours. Qualifications: High School graduate or GED. No experience and no certifications are required, but you must be a caring and committed individual with a genuine desire to support and help others and be sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities (this includes applicants who themselves are autistic or have disabilities). Rate: $19.44 per hour Benefits: Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b retirement account with employer match after two years of employment Health, dental, and enhanced short term disability insurance available to employees who average 28 hours of work per week after a six month measurement period. To Apply: Please submit your resume, response to questionnaire, dates of availability via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Hiring Manager 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 No calls please. *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Please be aware that Job Path requires all employees who use their personal cellular phones for work purposes to enroll in Job Path's Mobile Device Management system.* Whistleblower policy: https://www.jobpathnyc.org/code-of-conduct/#whistleblower Department: Employment

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