Job description

YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working and learning.

If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you.

Benefits of working with YAI:

• DailyPay - Work today, get paid today!
• 100% employer-paid premium for employee Medical/Dental individual coverage for full-time positions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Vacation/Holidays and Sick Time
• 403(b) retirement with employer matching contribution
• Life Insurance
• Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more!

Location: Forest Hills, NY

About the Position:

YAI currently has an immediate opening for a Full-time Residential Cook/Housekeeper to work in our Queens/Manhattan location. Join our dynamic team performing cooking & housekeeping duties in a group home for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness and provide regular cleaning of program.
• Performing meal planning and food shopping.
• Preparing meals for the people we support with various diet restrictions.
• Adhering to policies, procedures and regulations
• Being a member of a highly effective team (Teamwork within the circle of support).
• Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills.
• Meeting and demonstrating OPWDD Core Competencies.
• Building Positive relationships.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 10am-6pm

Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Work or life experience within the intellectual/developmental disabilities field is a plus.
• Basic written and verbal communication.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Valid Driver's License may be required depending upon the position.
• Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions.
• Consistent with the CDC’s guidance, YAI has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy for all employees. If hired, you will be required to obtain a COVID-19 vaccine and/or proof of vaccination pursuant to this policy from a provider of your choice, unless you are granted a reasonable accommodation based upon disability or religion pursuant to federal, state, or local law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran.

YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Forest Hills, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Please note that this position starts at $16.50 hourly.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location

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