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Recruitment for the following positions is ongoing throughout the year. Highlights of position descriptions can be found under each category.

To apply for a position mail/fax/e-mail resume to:

Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State
330 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001

Fax # 212-290-8475
Email: jobs@cpofnys.org
Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).



Residential Coordinator

Shift Supervisor

Program Specialist

Residential Habilitation Counselor/Part-Time

Direct Care Counselor

Child Care Worker

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant

Speech Language Pathologist

Physical Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Registered Dietitian

Audiologist

Applied Behavioral Sciences Specialist

Nurse Case Managers

Registered Nurse

Charge Nurse

Nurse Educator

Employment Specialist

Marketing Specialist

Independent Living Skills Trainer/TBI

Service Coordinator

Habilitation Counselor

Habilitation Coordinator

Habilitation Aide

 

 

Residential Coordinator

Responsibilities include management and supervision of the care of adults with developmental disabilities living in residential programs. Sets performance standards and provides the support and training for staff to achieve standards. Bachelor's degree in related human services field, two years supervisory experience and two years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

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Shift Supervisor

Assists the Residential Coordinator with supervising the care of adults with developmental disabilities living in residential programs. Will supervise and train direct care staff. Bachelor's degree in related human services field and one-year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Day, evening and night positions may be available.

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Program Specialist

Responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of each consumer's program plan and for ensuring that all consumers are afforded opportunities and/or activities that promote individualization, independency, inclusion, and productivity. Responsible for coordinating services with agency personnel, as well as outside service providers. Bachelor's degree in related human services field, two years supervisory experience and two years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. QMRP status.

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Residential Habilitation Counselor/Part-Time

Assists adults with developmental disabilities living in residential programs by encouraging and facilitating participation in activities that promote individualization, independence, inclusion and productivity. Participates in the development, implementation and monitoring of each individuals residential habilitation plan. Bachelor's degree in related health care field preferred, with minimum one year’s experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. College students who have earned 30 or more credits are welcome to apply. QMRP status.

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Direct Care Counselor

Provides activities of daily living including personal care and program activities for individuals with developmental disabilities living in community residences. Maintains records and charts. Performs housekeeping duties. Part-time including weekend positions available. Experience working with people with disabilities preferred. Related Nurses Aide/CNA experience a plus. Completion of OMRDD approved Medication Administration Course and Orientation Program

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Child Care Worker

Provides age-appropriate activities of daily living services to children living in community residences. Promotes and stimulates children's physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. Documents information as required and maintains records and charts for each child. Performs general household duties as assigned. Minimum six college credits in related field or Nursing Assistant Certification. Experience working with children with disabilities preferred. Completion of OMRDD approved Medication Administration Course and Orientation Program.

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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Executes plans and implements prescribed occupational therapy treatment programs that have been selected and delegated by the supervising Occupational Therapist. Provides services that will maintain and/or restore function secondary to acute or chronic disability; conducts annual screens, and daily documentation if warranted. Graduate of occupational therapy school; NYS license, limited permit, or eligible for licensure to practice occupational therapy.

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Physical Therapy Assistant

Executes plans and implements prescribed physical therapy treatment programs that have been selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist. Provides services that will maintain and/or restore function secondary to acute or chronic disability; conducts annual screens, and daily documentation if warranted. Graduate of physical therapy school; NYS license, limited permit, or eligible for licensure to practice physical therapy.

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Speech Language Pathologist

Plans and implements prescribed feeding/communication therapy treatment programs for consumers to maintain and/restore function secondary to acute or chronic disability; conducts annual screens, assessments and daily documentation if warranted. Masters degree in Speech Pathology, CCC NYS License or eligible for NYS License. CFY opportunities available.

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Physical Therapist

Plans and implements prescribed physical therapy treatment programs for consumers to maintain and/or restore function secondary to acute or chronic disability; conducts annual screens, assessments and daily documentation if warranted. Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy, NYS License or eligible for NYS License.

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Occupational Therapist

Plans and implements prescribed occupational therapy treatment programs for consumers to maintain and/or restore function secondary to acute or chronic disability; conducts annual screens, assessments and daily documentation if warranted. Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy, NYS License or eligible for NYS License.

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Registered Dietitian

Complies data, completes nutritional assessments, and develops a nutritional care plan. Develops and implements food service training programs and conducts nutrition and dietary in-services. Monitors food deliveries and adherence to diet orders and menus for individuals in community residences. BS in Foods and Nutrition; Registered Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association

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Audiologist

Plans and implements prescribed hearing programs or the use of hearing devices for consumers to maintain their current level of function secondary to acute or chronic disability; conducts annual screens assessments, and daily documentation if warranted. Masters degree in Audiology and a NYS License.

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Applied Behavioral Sciences Specialist

Works in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team to assure that the mental health and behavioral needs of the consumers are addressed. Responsible for behavioral assessments and behavior plans; provides individual and group counseling; trains staff. Masters Degree in Psychology and 1-2 years of experience with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.

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Nurse Case Managers

Responsibilities include nursing assessments, diagnoses, coordinating the delivery of health care services for adults with disabilities residing in residential programs. Works in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes for consumers. Registered Nurse with NYS License and one-year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Ability to travel to multiple sites within an assigned borough and able to work flexible hours and/or days. Bachelors Degree preferred.

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Registered Nurse

Directly coordinates and delivers health care to residents living in residential group home. Responsible for nursing assessments, writing of diagnoses, developing and intervening in the patient's health care plan to ensure quality care in the most efficient manner. Advocates for health and accesses hospital and specialty clinical services. Full-time or Per Diem; various shifts available. NYS Registered Nurse License, Experience with persons with developmental disabilities preferred. CPR Certification.

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Charge Nurse

The Charge Nurse will oversee the provision of services provided to patients by healthcare center physicians, clinician's nurses and aides to ensure that all health needs are addressed in an appropriate and efficient manner. NYS License-Registered Nurse; Minimum three years nursing experience with one year in a supervisory capacity. CPR Certification.

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Nurse Educator

Assists in conducting regularly scheduled Medication Administration Courses and refresher/remedial classes for direct care staff in Metro New York division programs. Provides on-site training for R.N.'s conducting medication evaluation practicums for direct care staff. Conducts Agency wide specialty training on health related topics, as assigned. NYS Licensed Registered Nurse; Minimum two years experience working with people with developmental disabilities. CPR Certification.

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Employment Specialist

Assist individuals with disabilities to retain positions in supported employment positions in the community. Bachelors Degree in Human Services or related fields. Must have one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or traumatic brain injuries

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Marketing Specialist

Identifies positions in the community for individuals with developmental disabilities, or traumatic brain injuries. Minimum Bachelors Degree in a related field, experience working with the developmentally disabled preferred.

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Independent Living Skills Trainer/TBI

Provides training and assistance to individuals with TBI in the areas of residential habilitation and community living. Develops written ILST Plan that focuses on the independent living needs and the chosen goals of the Program Participant. Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of two years experience providing functionally based assessment and training with individuals with disabilities

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Service Coordinator

Utilizing a person-centered approach to service planning and delivery, develops, implements and maintains each person's Individual Service Plan (ISP). Provides assistance and/or guidance in identifying and accessing those activities, supports and services necessary for the individual to achieve his/her valued outcomes. Bachelor's degree in related health services field and one year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

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Habilitation Counselor

Designs, implements and monitors program plans for adults with developmental disabilities attending Day Program. Encourages, implements, and facilitates independence, inclusion, individuality and productivity. Bachelor's Degree in education or related field. Minimum one year experience in related field.

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Habilitation Coordinator

Supervises, designs and monitors the implementation of individual treatment plans for consumers attending Day Program. Prepares and reviews monthly notes, maintains consumer's records, supervises annual conferences, semi-annual reviews, and special team meetings. Bachelor's/Masters in related field; QMRP Status and minimum of two years experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.

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Habilitation Aide

Assists Day Program staff in the provision of active treatment services including the development and implementation treatment plans for consumers in day program and day habilitation settings. Completion of OMRDD Approved Medicated Administration Course and Orientation Training Program.

 
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