Employment Skills/Direct Support Professional - Queens - AHRC NYC

AHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. Come join our team and discover your passion.

AHRC NYC is looking to hire an Employment Skills Coordinator/Direct Support Professional (ESC/DSP) for their Day Programs in Queens. The starting Pay Rate for this position is $17 per hour. In addition, this position comes with a very generous Benefit package which includes Full Medical Ins. Paid by AHRC...No Cost to You!...see Full Benefit information below.

The ESC/DSP plays a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities by providing comprehensive training, evaluations, and counseling. This position focuses on facilitating skill development and enhancing job readiness for participants in both job sites and community settings.

The expected outcomes for the Employment Skills Coordinator (ESC) include enhancing participant employability through skill acquisition and effective work behaviors, as well as supporting successful job placements and long-term career growth.

Case load: 5 individuals

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm (hours may vary)

PLEASE NOTE: this role will be performed out in the Community for the majority of the day.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish individualized assessment and development plans focused on work skills and social behaviors for program participants.
• Travel to job sites and community locations to train, supervise, and evaluate participants in the skills training process.
• Maintain accurate and timely records for participants, ensuring compliance with funders’ and agency reporting requirements.
• Develop and nurture relationships with participants' families or guardians as appropriate.
• Report any employer-related issues to a program supervisor to maintain positive employer and community relationships.
• Perform related duties as assigned and attend required trainings and staff meetings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
• Ability to counsel participants both individually and in groups and develop assessments and plans based on participants’ needs.
• High School diploma or GED is required.

Benefits: 

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

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