If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. (http://wd5.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/yai/login.htmld?) Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities + Leads and facilitates one (1) or more of YAI’s Family Support group offerings based on interests, availability and qualifications by leading and moderating group discussions with children, adults and/or parents based on specific program curriculum. + Conducts virtual and on-site intake sessions with participants of assigned groups to collect information regarding service needs and coordinates with leadership to ensure necessary supports are provided during group offerings. + Engages with multiple participants with varying levels of verbal abilities and support needs and/or parents of children with I/DD. + Working in partnership with support staff, ensures participation and engagement while maintaining a safe and structured environment. + Conducts person-centered goal setting and regularly monitors and evaluates participant progress through observations. + Provides individual assistance, within a group setting, when needed. + Communicates consistently with supervisor or designee, escalating programmatic concerns, and reporting operational issues related to program equipment and facilities. + Engages with families on site pre/post session regarding progress, plans and/or any issues or concerns that arise. + Works with program leadership to identify, develop and/or update and enhance program curriculum according to the evidence-based practice, incorporating new teaching methods and content. + Ensures timely and accurate documentation of services, attendance and billing in compliance with guidelines and regulations and in appropriate format and electronic systems for all documentation related to the program. + Ensures proper facility set up/clean-up for each group session, may assist with room set up as needed. + Remains current with mandatory and other training, successfully completing within required time frames. + May conduct in-person outreach presentations regarding YAI Community and Family Services (CFS) and other related programs at YAI or other locations across the boroughs of New York City. + Performs all other duties, as assigned. Schedule: Days: Wednesdays - 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15 (These days may change based on program needs) Time: 4pm to 7pm Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) + Bachelor’s degree, training and/or certificate in program related field or as required by program contract; or + A satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to work independently. + Excellent time management and written communication skills. + Ability to complete room set up, including movement/sliding of tables, chairs and other equipment. + Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) + One (1) year experience working with people with I/DD preferred. + Master’s Degree may be required by certain contracts and/or programs. Compensation: $26.15 hourly 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.