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About the Role

AHRC NYC is hiring experienced Complex Needs Direct Support Professionals (CNDSP) for Full and Part-Time positions in their Midwood residence. CNDSPs provide care for the emotional, physical, and personal well-being of individuals with complex behavioral health needs, ensuring a nurturing, structured, and protective environment. They work to mitigate crisis-related factors and sustain a safe and stable life experience within the community.

Responsibilities

Promote physical and mental health and wellness by applying health maintenance and prevention strategies, administering medication, and using trauma-informed, person-centered strategies.
Utilize crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution techniques.
Advocate for individuals in all settings.
Adhere to requirements as mandated reporters of abuse, neglect, and maltreatment.
Enhance individual stability by providing support and information to build self-esteem and independence.
Maintain knowledge of assessment practices for appropriate service response.
Assist individuals in developing and maintaining positive personal relationships.
Employ effective communication strategies to build collaborative relationships with supported individuals.
Administer prescribed medications and accompany individuals to medical appointments.
Follow emergency notification procedures to ensure safety.
Maintain recordkeeping for incidents and crisis interventions.
Assist with household management tasks including shopping, meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning.
Provide coverage according to staffing schedules and adapt to changes as needed.
Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Experience working with people with dual diagnosis (IDD and MH) is preferred.
Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services plus one year of experience providing direct support to adults with autism and behavioral challenges, OR High School Diploma plus 3 years of experience.
Experience implementing behavior support plans and understanding positive behavior supports approaches (including positive reinforcement, preventive, and de-escalation strategies).
Experience in using assistive communication strategies and visual supports is highly desirable.
Understanding of Person Centered Planning.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with residents, families, clinical staff, and community agencies.
Ability to solve problems and make judicious decisions regarding resident health and well-being.
Must maintain training certification in medication administration, first aid, and CPR, as well as other required professional trainings.
Must be able to perform lifting tasks, including transferring individuals.
Valid NYS driver’s license for more than one year with a clean driving record.

Skills

Crisis prevention
Crisis intervention
Crisis resolution
Trauma-informed care
Person-centered strategies
Communication strategies
Medication administration
First aid
CPR
Behavior support plans implementation
Positive behavior supports
Positive reinforcement
Preventive strategies
De-escalation strategies
Assistive communication strategies
Visual supports
Problem-solving
Decision-making

Location

Midwood, Brooklyn

Work Type

Full-Time
Part-Time
Evening Shift
Weekend Overnight shift

Experience Level

1 year experience (with degree)
3 years experience (with High School Diploma)

Education Level

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services
High School Diploma

Salary/Compensations

$24 - $24.36 per hour

Benefits

Low cost, quality Medical Insurance (Family & Single plans)
Paid Training
Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending account
403(b) retirement plan
403(b) match
Life insurance
Employee discount
Referral program

About the Company

AHRC New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization supporting neurodivergent children and adults through a broad spectrum of services.
It is a family-governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced.
The organization is guided by generosity, curiosity, creativity, and optimism, advocating for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

Equal Opportunity

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.