Paid Internship & Training Program for Direct Support Professionals - Staten Island Youth (18-24)

AHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. 

AHRC NYC is seeking young adults to join their Advance & Earn (A&E) Direct Support Professional program. The A&E program is a PAID Internship Program for NYC Youths (18-24) who are looking to become Direct Support Professionals. This Paid Internship program prepares NYC youth for a rewarding career as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), who provide vital assistance and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

ENROLL NOW for the Fall Program which runs from FEBRUARY '25 through JUNE'25

Classroom learning held in Staten Island at 25 Victory Blvd, 3rd Floor

Internships are available in all 5 boroughs.

PROGRAM PROVIDES:

● 20 weeks of high-level training with mentorship from industry leaders.

● Paid Internships at $16 per hour for up to 250 hours, in one of the top Non-Profit agencies in the field

● Nationally Recognized Certification from the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals

● Daily lunch and MetroCard

● Assistance in accessing necessary services and benefits

● Job placement assistance

● In-person, small group sessions with individualized attention

● Counseling and social/emotional support

Skim through our informational video to see if our Advance & Earn GED program aligns with your goals: https://youtu.be/wsgnmC3TI_o?si=kiG-t4aEUD4Q589B

• Must be between the ages of 18-24 years old
• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must live in any of the five boroughs of New York City
• Must be out of school and have no post-secondary degree (Associates or above)
• Must be unemployed, or work less than 25 hours per week
• Are legally authorized to work in the United States

Job Type: Part-time

Pay Rate: $16 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday 15 – 25 hours per week

Benefits:

• Paid training
• Professional development assistance

AHRC 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. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.