• Float Day Program Counselor

    Center for Disability Services (Albany, NY)


    Where people get better at life!

     

    Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.

     

    The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.

     

    This is a great opportunity for those already in the human service field or anyone looking to start a new career! We offer paid on-the-job training! Prior experience is not required!

     

    The Float Day Program Counselor position offers flexible, weekday hours between 7 AM and 6 PM – no weekends or overnights! This position requires assistance and coverage for Adult Programs throughout the Capital Region area.

    Responsibilities:

    + Support and encourage independence in all aspects of daily life.

    + Collaborate with your team to plan, create and assist with activities and opportunities to meet the needs and interests of the people you support.

    Requirements:

    + High School diploma or equivalent

    + NYS Driver's License in good standing is required

    + Must be at least 18 years old and be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

     

    At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

    Compensation Range:

    $22.44 - $22.44

     

    For over 80 years, the Center for Disability Services has served as a trusted community leader, providing innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Capital Region and North Country. We are committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives, and have served over 12,000 people to date.At the Center, we firmly believe that no job is too small when it comes to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As a team, every employee plays an integral part in our mission to empower individuals and promote independence. Whether you're directly involved in patient care, coordinating programs, managing operations, or providing essential support, your contribution is vital to creating a brighter and more accessible world for those we serve.Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.