Residence Program Specialist – Tuesday–Saturday, 2 p.m.–10 p.m.

Job overview

The Residence Program Specialist – Tuesday–Saturday, 2 p.m.–10 p.m. role is onsite in New York, NY, with compensation of $20.17 per hour after probation. ADAPT Community Network provides services to people with developmental disabilities, supporting fuller, healthier lives. The specialist supports residents’ care, development, and independence in a safe, respectful, homelike setting. The role helps residents pursue personal goals through daily living support, skill-building, advocacy, individualized program goals, and coordination with staff and families.

What you'll do

• Support residents’ care, independence, and personal development
• ensure safety, health, and well-being
• teach and assist with daily living and community skills
• implement individualized program goals
• document activities and incidents
• respond to crises and medical emergencies
• administer medications as approved medication administration personnel under nursing supervision
• provide transportation as needed
• assist with meals, housekeeping, laundry, and light maintenance
• attend staff meetings and training
• maintain confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

residence program specialist

residential support

developmental disabilities

activities of daily living

person-centered support

medication administration

new york ny

adapt community network

$20.17 per hour after probation

tuesday–saturday

2 p.m.–10 p.m.

high school diploma or ged

paid training

transportation support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid training and competitive benefits for full-time employees.

Why this role

High school diploma or GED required; six months of related experience preferred but not required. New York State driver’s license required. Must be approved Medication Administration Personnel at hire or within six months of hire.

About the employer

ADAPT Community Network is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.