Paid Internship & Training Program for Direct Support Professionals - Staten Island Youth (18-24)

AHRC NYC is seeking young adults to join their Advance & Earn (A&E) Direct Support Professional program. The A&E program is a PAID Internship Program for NYC Youths (18-24) who are looking to become Direct Support Professionals. This Paid Internship program prepares NYC youth for a rewarding career as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), who provide vital assistance and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.ENROLL NOW for the Fall Program which runs from FEBRUARY '25 through JUNE'25Classroom learning held in Staten Island at 25 Victory Blvd, 3rd FloorInternships are available in all 5 boroughs.PROGRAM PROVIDES:● 20 weeks of high-level training with mentorship from industry leaders.● Paid Internships at $16 per hour for up to 250 hours, in one of the top Non-Profit agencies in the field● Nationally Recognized Certification from the National Alliance of Direct Support Professionals● Daily lunch and MetroCard● Assistance in accessing necessary services and benefits● Job placement assistance● In-person, small group sessions with individualized attention● Counseling and social/emotional supportSkim through our informational video to see if our Advance & Earn GED program aligns with your goals: https://youtu.be/wsgnmC3TIo?si=kiG-t4aEUD4Q589B