Support Specialist for Individuals with Disabilities

Job Title : Support Specialist for Individuals with Disabilities (Group Home & Day Habilitation Settings)

Salary : $17.00 per hour

Location : Staten Island, NY

Education Requirements :

High School diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Licenses / Certifications Required :

CPR / BLS Certification (required)

Valid Driver's License (preferred)

AMAP Certification (highly preferred)

Any additional medical certification (preferred)

Skills Required :

Compassionate and respectful demeanor

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow kosher dietary laws and religious protocols

Comfortable using hoyer lifts and assisting individuals in wheelchairs

Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform other related tasks

Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Shift / Schedule Information :

Full-time, 40 hours per week

1st Shift (Morning) : Personal care, breakfast preparation, daily activities

2nd Shift (Afternoon / Evening) : Recreation, dinner preparation, evening routines

3rd Shift (Overnight) : Safety checks, personal care, emergency response

Staff must remain on-site until relief coverage arrives.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities Include :

Assisting individuals with personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation

Supporting community outings, therapy sessions, and habilitation programs

Administering medications (upon AMAP certification)

Maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive living environment

Documenting daily activities, progress notes, and incidents

Participating in interdisciplinary planning and program meetings

Providing coverage across assigned program areas as needed

Contact for Applicant Resumes : Rebecca Balan, Senior DSS Account Manager, RCM Health Care Services