Residential Habilitation Counselor (Per-Diem) - All Five Boroughs
- Pay
- $20 per hour
- Location
- New York, NY · On-site
- Job type
- Per diem
- Level
- Mid-level
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 24 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- ADL skills training
- community participation
- one-to-one support
- safety and health oversight
Also useful
- HHA
- CNA
- PCA
Stated benefits & perks
- Paid training
About the role
AHRC NYC is currently seeking Per-Diem Residential Habilitation Counselors (RHC) to work one on one with people in their private homes and communities in all five boroughs. The RHC provides one to one services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the areas of Activities of daily living(ADL) Skills Training Development, Socialization, Recreation and Leisure Activities, and Utilization of Community Resources.
The RHC position is a part-time/per-diem position with a pay rate of $20 per hour.
- Shifts are primarily in the afternoons, evenings or weekend mornings or afternoons
- Shifts are usually 4-6 hours long. Typical Monday-Friday shifts are 2pm-7pm, 3:30pm-8:30pm or 4pm-8pm etc. Monday to Friday
- Weekend shifts are typically 9am-2:00pm, 10am-3pm, 2pm-6pm etc.
Essential Responsibilities
- We are seeking patient, understanding, and team oriented people to support people with I/DD in community participation, advocacy and building meaningful relationships.
- Must be willing to teach, provide counseling, be capable of problem solving, and willing to assist or complete Activities of Daily Living (i.e. preparing meals, cleaning, attending to hygiene needs).
- Must provide the oversight of all safety and health considerations for the person supported while promoting skill development and exploring the person’s interest and hobbies.
- Must be willing to work with a person supported on a one to one basis, or work with people supported in a group setting across a variety of environments.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience with the I/DD population is Preferred but not required. AHRC NYC provides additional trainings for those starting or changing career paths.
- Professionalism; integrity; excellent communication skills; patience; sensitivity and commitment to working with the I/DD population.
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent, or completion of certification in the following areas: HHA, CNA, PCA.
- Willingness to support people’s preference for community, activities, work, leisure activities, the exercise of their rights, etc. in various settings.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Ahrc
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About the Company
Ahrc
New York City is a large, complex nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodivergent children and adults (those with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and other disabilities) through a broad spectrum of services, and a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced and reflected in all that we do.
Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture of curiosity, creativity, and optimism and as we advocate for people with disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
From AHRC NYC's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 17, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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