Walk-In Interview Event - LaGrange School Program Poughkeepsie, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=24+Firemens+Way+Poughkeepsie+NY+USA+12603) Description Looking for a new career? Want to turn a new page in your professional career? Look no further! Abilities First, Inc., has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for over sixty years. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services. Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are hosting a walk-in interview event for our LaGrange School program onThursday February 13, 2025, from 9:00 am – 1:30 pm at the following location: Abilities First 70 Overocker Rd. Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. We are hiring immediately for the following positions: + Teaching Assistants- Part Time/Full Time -(Salary Range: $17.52 - $18.65) + Teachers’ Aides- Part Time/Full Time/Substitute -(Salary Range: $16.58 - 17.85) + Behavior Support Specialist - Full Time -(Salary Range: $17.52 - $18.52) Full-time positions are Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:00pm; 32.5 hours per week, 48 weeks per year. This position follows the school calendar (September – June), with a 6-week summer program. Become involved in the incredible mission of Abilities First, Inc., by providing people with disabilities and their families with support to attain independence, self-determination, integration and acceptance by others through education, exploration and experience. Full-time positions are eligible for these benefits: · Paid sick, personal, and paid time off on the school calendar. · Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options · 401(k) plan with employer match · Employer paid life insurance. · Tuition Reimbursement · Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support · On Demand Payment – access your earnings as early as the next day. · Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc. · And More Requirements + Teaching Assistants: NYS TA Certification Required + Teacher Aides:High School Diploma or Equivalent. Entry level, a great way to get started! + Behavior Support Specialist: High School Diploma or equivalent. A combination of education and experience which in the opinion of school administration meets the needs of the school program. + Have the ability to push and pull students in wheelchairs, lift, bend, squat, turn in the knees, pivot and grasp with both hands (in order to properly and safely perform the techniques taught in CPR/First Aid, behavior intervention techniques, and lifting and carrying techniques), with or without a reasonable accommodation.