Day Habilitation Assistant

QUEENS CENTERS FOR PROGRESS, Bellerose, NY

Queens Centers for Progress is hiring a Day Habilitation Assistant in Bellerose, NY, paying $19.00 to $23.50 per hour for full-time work. The employer explicitly encourages people with a criminal record to apply. Candidates must hold a valid driver license and work in person.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 8, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

Queens Centers for Progress is seeking a compassionate Day Habilitation Assistant to join its Day Program team. This role facilitates day habilitation programming fostering respect, safety, and mutual growth for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include providing direct care, driving individuals to events, and tracking daily progress data.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Interest and desire to work with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Valid NYS Driver's license for three years required
• Clean, current driver's license

Benefits

• $500 Sign-on Bonus (FT/PT staff)
• Referral Bonus
• Medical insurance
• Free Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Bachelor's/Master's Degree (job related)
• 403(b)
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job details

Location

Bellerose, NY

Pay

$19 to $23.50 per hour

Job type

Full-time

Industry

Healthcare and Social Services

Posted

Oct 8, 2026

Drug test

Not stated