Residence Program Specialist

Job overview

The Residence Program Specialist works onsite in New York, NY; compensation is $20.17 per hour after probation. ADAPT Community Network provides services to people with developmental disabilities and supports fuller, healthier lives. The specialist provides direct support, care, skill-building, and advocacy to residents in a residential facility. The role promotes safety, dignity, and independence by implementing individualized goals and helping maintain a supportive, homelike environment.

What you'll do

• Support residents’ care, development, and independence
• teach and assist with daily living and community skills
• implement individualized program goals
• document activities and progress
• respond to crises and medical emergencies
• report abuse, neglect, or exploitation concerns
• administer medications as approved medication administration personnel under nursing supervision
• provide transportation as needed
• assist with meals, housekeeping, and laundry
• maintain confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

residence program specialist

new york ny

adapt community network

residential services

developmental disabilities

direct support

independent living skills

medication administration

thursday–sunday schedule

$20.17/hr after probation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid training
• competitive benefits for full-time employees
• team culture focused on learning, support, collaboration, and career growth.

Why this role

The listed schedule is Thursday–Friday, 6 a.m.–1 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.; a New York State driver’s license is required.

About the employer

ADAPT Community Network is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.