Activity Specialist jobs in Albany, NY

The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support.   

For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.   

This is a great opportunity for those already in the human service field or anyone looking to start a new career!  We offer paid on-the-job training!  Prior experience is not required! 

We are searching for Activity Assistants to join our Day Services Team in Glenville or Guilderland.    

Responsibilities:   

• Assist Program DSP's with the needs of the program to plan and implement meaningful activities and special events
• Assists with the planning, instruction and support of activities with individuals
• Promote independence, community inclusion, individualization, and productivity

Requirements:   

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

• Driving preferred

Pay range for this position is $16.50 - $17.30 and is commensurate on experience.  

At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.