20 Best Direct Care Worker jobs in Brooklyn, NY (Hiring Now!)

Direct Care Worker
NYC Administration for Children's Services —New York, NY
An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college, including12 semester credits in psychology, sociology, social work, human services,…
$46,693 - $73,656 a year
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12d
Direct Care Worker Respite and Child
Local Pharmacy —Long Beach, NY
Drive child to activities and programs. Assist with therapy and supevision. Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary. Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week.
$19 - $21 an hour
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4d
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
ACDS, Inc. —Wantagh, NY
Must have a valid NY State driver's license. Maintain a clean/safe driving record. New York State Driver's License and clean driving record (Preferred).
From $16 an hour
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16h
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Mercy Drive, Inc. —Staten Island, NY
The purpose of CHS is to provide integration with the community, training in money management skills, independent living, socialization, etc.
$16.25 - $16.63 an hour
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Patient Care Associate (PCA)
Northwell Health —Manhasset, NY
Establishes good interpersonal relationships with families/visitors and hospital staff. Conveys needed information to patients and visitors.
$29.28 - $31.04 an hour
5h
DSP 3 (IRV) - $2,500 Sign On Bonus
Access-Supports for Living —Greenville, NY
Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver’s license. Direct Support Professionals support individuals with developing independent living skills,…
$18.50 an hour
12d
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
YAI - Seeing Beyond Disability —New Rochelle, NY
Join our dynamic team teaching daily and independent living skills, providing individual and group counseling, and promoting community integration.
$16.50 an hour
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Direct Support Professional - Part Time - After School Program
QSAC, Inc. —Astoria, NY
High school diploma/GED (High School students must demonstrate long-term interest in the field). Paid training in the rewarding field of human services.
$17 an hour
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Home health Aide (HHA)/Patient Care Aide (PCA)
Silver Lining Homecare Agency —Manhattan, NY
Ability to adapt to different environments and handle challenging situations with patience and professionalism. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem.
$21.09 an hour
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4d
Direct Support Professional
AHRC —New York, NY
RHC: Provides one to one service to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the areas of activities of daily living (ADL) skills…
$18 - $19 an hour
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Bi-lingual Bengali
Mercy Drive, Inc. —Queens, NY
The purpose of CHS is to provide integration with the community, training in money management skills, independent living, socialization, etc.
$16.25 - $16.63 an hour
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Direct Support Professionals – FT/PT/PD
Brookville Center for Children's Services —Lido Beach, NY
Support people in preparing meals by teaching concepts such as diet adherence, portion control and cooking skills; as well as assisting people with medication…
$16 - $18 an hour
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10d
Direct Support Professionals – Part-Time/Per Diem
Brookville Center for Children's Services —Lido Beach, NY
Support people in preparing meals by teaching concepts such as diet adherence, portion control and cooking skills; as well as assisting people with medication…
$16 - $18 an hour
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3d
DSP 3 (IRV) - Not A Morning Person? Apply For The Overnights
Access-Supports for Living —Greenville, NY
Maintains a valid, unrestricted, insurable driver’s license. Direct Support Professionals support individuals with developing independent living skills,…
$18.50 an hour
Direct Support Professionals – FT/PT
Brookville Center for Children's Services —Lido Beach, NY
Support people in preparing meals by teaching concepts such as diet adherence, portion control and cooking skills; as well as assisting people with medication…
$16 - $18 an hour
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10d
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Abilities Inc —Albertson, NY
Provide support services to youth and adults, including travel training, job development and matching for volunteer jobs, skill training and re-training at the…
From $18 an hour
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Direct Support Professional (Community/In-Home)
The Center For Family Support INC —New York, NY
Assist individuals we support learn how to develop and maintain positive relationships with people in their community.
$19.25 an hour
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Direct Support Professional (Day or Night shift)
Queens Centers For Progress —Bellerose, NY
A valid New York State driver’s license for close to 3 years is strongly preferred. Prior work experience in a human service field working with individuals with…
From $16 an hour
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Direct Support Professional - Day Program (Manhattan, Bronx & Brooklyn)
AHRC NYC —New York, NY
Assists individual in identifying the formal and informal supports available in his/her community, family and social network and works with the individual to…
$17 - $18 an hour
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Direct Care Provider / Residential Counselor
Delta-T Group Inc. —Staten Island, NY
The Behavioral Health Residential Aide is responsible for providing instruction to individuals to promote intellectual, emotional, and social growth.
Estimated: $30.3K - $38.3K a year
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Direct Care Worker

NYC Administration for Children's Services - New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time $46,693 - $73,656 a year 12 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Professional development assistance
Loan forgiveness
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Experience with children
1 year
Associate's degree

Full Job Description

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY OF $46,693.00.

The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement, and programs for youth in the community.

The ACS Nicholas Scoppetta Children’s Center (NSCC) provides children with a temporary living environment that is non-judgmental, supportive, caring and structured, and strives to heal past and ongoing trauma. We believe that every child deserves safety, happiness, health, and love in our care, no matter how long or short their stay. Children in our care are prepared to transition to placement or achieve permanency after their stay at the Children’s Center. In caring for our kids, we prioritize the values of acceptance, compassion, respect, equality, growth, education, development, promoting self-esteem, tolerance, and the preservation of self-identity. NSCC is comprised of Pre-Placement Services, the Office of Placement Administration, Social Work, Case Planning Unit, and Program Development and Staff Wellness.

The Office of Pre-Placement Services within NSCC is responsible for providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and youth between the ages of 0-21 years of age. The Office of Pre-placement services is a 24 hour a day, 7-day program that is dedicated to ensuring the social, emotional, medical, educational, and mental health needs of children and youth are being met. The Congregate Care Specialist is responsible for overseeing children and youth placed in the Children’s Center, city congregate care facilities and related functional areas of ACS, and for providing administrative support. All work is performed in accordance with agency policies and procedures, and within required deadlines.

The Congregate Care Specialist staff responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Under direct supervision, oversees the care, development and guidance of dependent, neglected, traumatized, and emotionally disturbed children at the Children’s Center.
- Create a welcoming, trauma-informed environment for all children entering and exiting the Children’s Center.
- Conducts individual and group orientation for youth to support NSCC program expectations and transition to placement.
- Closely supervises youths at congregate care facilities, non-secure detention facilities, and during sponsored visits and activities.
- Chaperones and/or transports youths to and from appointments, school, activities, court appearances, and other community-based activities.
- Participates and assists in planning group and individual activities.
- Monitors and supervises children in assigned areas.
- Assists children with personal hygiene, when necessary.
- Intervene in crisis situations by assessing imminent danger, and attempts appropriate de-escalation intervention, when necessary.
- Conducts regular room inspections and personal searches in order to maintain a contraband free and safe environment.
- Utilizes approved physical restraint techniques to ensure safety of residents and staff, when necessary.
- Observes changes in behavior and reports aberrations.
- Perform liaison functions to communicate with and direct inquiries and observations to other members of the inter-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive care for all children and youths.
- Answers phones and provides requested information or directs inquiries to appropriate staff.
- Completes required log entries, tracking sheets, incident reports, and other relevant documentation which supports the monitoring of youth admission/exiting, and youth being released from the Children's center.
- Participates in regular team meetings and all required trainings.
- Assist children and youth with educational and recreational activities.
- Shops for clothing, supplies, and materials as necessary.
- Communicates to the supervisor all issues in a timely manner.
- May be required to work various shifts including holidays, weekends, and overnights.

HOW TO APPLY:

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY USING ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW:

For current city employees, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Recruiting Activities, Careers and search for Job ID# (635022)
For all other applicants go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# (635022) Click on the "Apply" button.

If you do not have access to a computer, most public libraries have computers available for use.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a
candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and
maltreatment report.

Minimum Qualifications
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and either:

Two years of satisfactory experience working with children or youths in a congregate residential institution or non-secure detention facility; or

An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college, including12 semester credits in psychology, sociology, social work, human services, criminal
justice, education, nursing or cultural anthropology.

NOTE: For appointment to positions in the Department of Juvenile Justice, under qualification requirement "1" above, at least one year of the required experience must
have been with juveniles ages 7 to18.

55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,693.00 - $73,656.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Night shift
On call
Overtime
Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

New York, NY 10016: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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