Children’s Services

Children’s Services

Preschool • Pre-K For All and 3-K • Equipment For Students

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For over seventy years, the Queens Centers for Progress Children’s Center has been providing superior services to families in the community. The Children’s Center’s dedicated and experienced staff provide preschool children with a warm and caring atmosphere that promotes learning, bolsters self-esteem and improves social skills. The large, bright, well-equipped classrooms and recreational areas allow children space to grow and flourish. The Children’s Center offers an array of options for parents of both typically developing (non-disabled) preschoolers and children with disabilities.

Preschool

For preschool children aged three to five with disabilities, the APPLE (A Preschool Program for Learning and Enrichment) program offers a comprehensive array of educational and therapeutic services, including speech, occupational and physical therapy, counseling and nursing services. Special education teachers, along with clinicians, emphasize cognitive, motor, social, and language development. We offer a full day program and integrated classes.

The majority of the children who participate in the APPLE Program will continue on to an inclusionary environment in the public school system.

PRE-K FOR ALL AND 3-K

Our Apple Tree Nursery School’s free Pre-K for All program for four-year olds and our free 3-K program for three-year-olds are run in collaboration with the New York City Department of Education. These programs prepare children for school, by giving them early experiences in a classroom setting with structured activities. Our Pre-K for All program also provides for interaction between children who are disabled and those who are typically developing children. The benefits for such inclusionary experiences for children with disabilities have been well documented. In addition, children who are typically developing get a chance early in life to interact with those who have disabilities and will grow from the experience.

We would love to give you a tour or share more information about our APPLE or Apple Tree programs. We are so proud of our staff and the services we provide.

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Kason began attending QCP’s APPLE preschool this September and is adjusting to this new experience. He is an adorable 3-year-old who is part of our integrated class - where typically developing children learn and grow along side children that have disabilities. Because of Kason’s cerebral palsy and gross motor challenges, he has an assigned one-to-one assistant, Lily. They are pictured here working with his Physical Therapist, Ya-Lan. #QCPStrong #physicaltherapyrocks ... See MoreSee Less

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Meet our Bellerose H.R. Team - Terry, Domingo and Val. Give us a call about the many job opportunities available at QCP! www.queenscp.org/careers/Here are a few of the openings:TITLE: RN SUPERVISOR PROGRAM: RESIDENTIALSUMMARY OF POSITION: Oversee coordination and supervision of all medical, dental and other health related services for the adult population with intellectual & developmental disabilities. Deliver and ensure all individuals’ care by assessing and diagnosing residents’ condition, developing plans of care and evaluating responses. Provide supervision to RNs, LPNs and other clinical staff. Successful candidate must be available for off-hour emergencies.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree required. NYS Registered Nurse License and 3 years of experience working in an OPWDD setting is preferred.TO APPLY: Please e-mail a current resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $33.00 to $58.00 per hourTITLE: REGISTERED NURSE (PT – 21 hours)PROGRAM: RESIDENTIALSUMMARY OF POSITION: The RN will conduct physical examinations, provide treatments and perform standard nursing duties for an ICF program of 10 individuals with developmental intellectual disabilities.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Current NYS License required and experience working with persons with developmental disabilities, preferred.TO APPLY: Please e-mail an updated resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $44.00 to $51.00 per hourTITLE: LPN (Full-Time)PROGRAM: RESIDENTIALSUMMARY OF POSITION: The LPN is responsible for medical services for each person living in the residences. Monitors and supervises all medical treatments, appointments, including medication, nutrition, lab procedures, etc. Ensures that a comprehensive medical/nursing plan is in place for each individual.Work schedule: Sun – Wed, 7:00 am to 5:00 pmMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Licensed Practical Nurse certification required. High School Diploma/GED required.TO APPLY: Please e-mail an updated resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $27.00 to $29.00 per hourTITLE: DAY SERVICES ASSISTANTPROGRAM: DAY SERVICES – 164THSUMMARY OF POSITION: Provide comprehensive care to adults with developmental disabilities in a day program. Work with groups of individuals, organize activities and teach independent living skills such as money management, safety, social and communication. Plan and implement arts and crafts projects, assist individuals in the use of community resources, i.e. parks, library and other recreational facilities. Transport individuals to volunteer sites and teach them work skills at those sites. Ensure the safety of individuals in all settings by following specified supports and safeguards as delineated on Staff Action Plan.Day Program Shifts – 7:30 am – 3:30 pm or 8:30 am – 4:00 pmMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED or some college, studying in the field of Human Services. A valid New York State driver’s license for three (3) years is required. Prior work experience in a human service field working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. The ability to write daily entries or notes about the client’s services is required.TO APPLY: Please send a current resume to hr@queenscp.orgStarting Salary: $16.00 per hourTITLE: COOK/HOUSEKEEPERPROGRAM: RESIDENTIALSUMMARY OF POSITION: Provide meals for 10 individuals in their homes. Will be trained in preparing different textures for individuals with swallowing difficulties. Assist with keeping on track with household budget when shopping and maintaining a clean house. Position located in Bellerose, Queens. Work schedule 10:00 am to 6:00 pm with days off on Friday and Saturday.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School/GED diploma and NYS Driver’s License for 3 years, required.TO APPLY: Please send a current resume to hr@queenscp.orgStarting Salary: $16.00 per hourTITLE: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALPROGRAM: RESIDENTIALSUMMARY OF POSITION: Provide comprehensive care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a day program or in their homes. Work on ADL goals, arts and crafts projects, zoom activities and assist with personal hygiene needs. Perform various housekeeping tasks and train and assist individuals in the use of community resources, i.e., parks, library and other recreational facilities. Teach our individuals independent living skills and have fun while teaching them.VARIOUS SHIFTS AVAILABLE FOR RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM: Evenings (3:00 pm to 11:00 pm) & (4:00 pm -12:00 am)Early mornings (6:00 am-10:00 am)Weekends shifts (8:00 am – 4:00 pm) & (4:00 pm-12:00 am).Day Program hours: Mon to Fri, 8:30 am -3:30 pmMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED required. A valid New York State driver’s license for 3 years is strongly preferred. Prior work experience in a human service field, working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. The ability to write daily entries or notes about the client’s services is required. Great position to break into the field of human services!TO APPLY: Please send a current resume to hr@queenscp.orgStarting Salary: $16.00 per hourTITLE: DAY SERVICES SPECIALISTPROGRAM: DAY SERVICES – 164THSUMMARY OF POSITION: The Day Services Specialist is responsible for writing Staff Action Plans, conducting team meetings to review each assigned person’s plan and summarizing their responses to the plans by completing monthly reviews notes, organizing assigned groups and implementing the Day Service plan for each individual in the group. The Specialist also acts as liaison with families, care managers and residential providers.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS Degree preferred. One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required. Successful candidates should have good writing, communication and interpersonal skills.TO APPLY: Please e-mail current resume to hr@queenscp.orgStarting Salary: $20.00 – $22.50 per hourTITLE: QUALITY INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY PROFESSIONALPROGRAM: QUALITY ASSURANCESUMMARY OF POSITION: The Quality Intellectual Disability Professional works closely with employees, coaching and training, to maintain and improve excellent quality standards in the execution of their job responsibilities.DUTIES: Develop and maintain training programs to meet each program’s need, in compliance with state and federal regulations.Design and monitor computer tracking system for training and other agency wide compliance issuesAssist in program audits and follow-up with training issues identified through noted deficienciesAssist in investigations and subsequent training as neededMaintain a liaison with outside governing agencies by attending committee meetings, training and conferences as neededProvide agency wide training as neededProvide technical assistance to each program as neededPerform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS Degree required. Minimum one year of experience working in OPWDD programs required. Successful candidates should have good writing, communication and interpersonal skills. Must have training experience and knowledge of OPWDD rules and regulations.TO APPLY: Please e-mail a current resume to earocho@queenscp.orgSalary: $50,000 Annually TITLE: PROGRAM ASSISTANTPROGRAM: ARTICLE 16 CLINICSUMMARY: The Program Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to program staff by organizing consumer records, preparing and transcribing memos, letters, and consumer service plans, updating and preparing a monthly caseload report for staff, responding to and directing phone calls and preparing monthly service report for billing, ordering office and program supplies.DUTIES: Prepares, organizes, and files consumer records and maintains an orderly record room. Transcribes memos, letters, and service plans for staff. Updates and prepares a monthly case load report. Responds, directs, and notes staff phone calls, recognizes emergent situations and refers appropriately to the program supervisors. Assists in the preparation of monthly billing. Monitors and orders program and office supplies; organizes and replenishes all program related forms. Regularly checks office equipment to ensure it is in good working order and arranges for the necessary repairs when required. Performs all other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Associate’s degree preferred. Demonstrated skill in Microsoft Office and at least one year experience in clerical work required.TO APPLY: Please e-mail current resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $17.00 to $19.50 per hourTITLE: JOB DEVELOPERPROGRAM: SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Job Developer will provide job development, placement, ongoing retention, and coaching to ACCES-VR and OPWDD participants. The Job developer will assist individuals in job searching and placement. Establishes and maintain working relationships with employers, industry organizations, to source job openings and secure employment and vocational training opportunities for individuals. The Job Developer will be working closely with the Supported Employment team to coordinate supports for ongoing job coaching supports.DUTIES:Responsible for Direct Placement referrals via ACCES-VR and OPWDD. Place one 1 individual per month; develop new sites, accrue 35 billable hours per week (OPWDD SEMP).Maintain relationships with existing employers and develop new accounts.Provide participants with job search services, including resume writing and interview preparation.Responsible for following up with employers, Funding sources, parents and others during the process.Manager appropriate paperwork as required by funding source, include, case notes, and billing documentation, etc.When necessary, fill out paper and/or online applications with the individual or on their behalf.Must be willing to be fully trained as a Job Coach and carry a caseload as needed.Responsible for complete, accurate and timely submission of all documentation, referrals, follow ups and verifications required for the department.Perform other duties as assignedMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities and NYS Driver’s license for two (2) years required. Excellent verbal and oral communication skills required. Must be able to manage tasks and prioritize competing demands. Must be a team player and have strong work ethic. Field based position, must be able to travel to multiple sites daily.TO APPLY: Please e-mail current resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $27.50 to $30.00 per hourTITLE: DAY HABILITATION SPECIALISTPROGRAM: BELLEROSE DAY PROGRAM SUMMARY OF POSITION: Facilitates day habilitation programming that fosters respect, safety and mutual growth for both the individual and staff.DUTIES:Structure and implement programming and meaningful activities for assigned group roomsEnsure individuals’ day habilitation plans are implemented and that OPWDD regulations are followedInstruct and model tasks and activities to group room staffMonitor and review completion of all group room documentationSummarize individual’s response and progress on monthly note in a timely mannerProvide feedback to coordinator and supervisor concerning the individual’s wellbeing, programming and staff performance.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS Degree in Human Service field such as education, social work, psychology, etc. from an accredited College/University or an Associate degree from an accredited college with at least one year of experience in the field and knowledge of OPWDD regulations.TO APPLY: Please e-mail current resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $19.00 to $22.50 per hourTITLE: PSYCHOLOGISTPROGRAM: ARTICLE 16 CLINICSUMMARY OF POSITION: Render psychological services to persons diagnosed with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and their families. Psychological testing is a critical function in order to ascertain cognitive and adaptive ability of the individual. Evaluation reports are used to qualify for NYC, state, and federal programs and services. Psychologist also renders counseling service and utilize treatment methods of individual and family counseling to address and resolve problems of personal adjustment, interpersonal conflicts, social relations, and over all social functioning.DUTIESProvides individual and group counseling to individuals diagnosed with intellectual developmental disabilities enrolled in QCP vocational programs and QCP clinicConducts diagnostic evaluations utilizing standardized instruments in psychological testingParticipates in interdisciplinary team process and develops and follows thorough a treatment plan for each assigned individualProvides consultation to other agency programs regarding appropriate psychological interventionsUpdates and maintains individuals’ clinical records in a timely manner per regulatory requirements of the clinicDemonstrates knowledge of Part 679 Clinic regulations and other related OPWDD policies and proceduresPerforms all other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master’s Degree in Psychology and one year related experience in psychological treatment services and counseling of people with developmental disabilities required.Successful candidates must have experience in the administration of the following tests:Stanford-Binet Intelligence ScalesWechler Scales, Comprehensive Test of Nonverbal IntelligenceVineland Adaptive Behavior Scales – Revision 3Wide Range Achievement Test – Revision 5TO APPLY: Please e-mail current resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $42.50 – $45.00 per hourTITLE: SOCIAL WORKERPROGRAM: ARTICLE 16 CLINICSUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Director of our Article 16 Clinic, deliver planned intervention to persons with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to resolve or ameliorate social problems encountered. The method of service delivery is through individual, and/or family counseling.DUTIES:Conduct intake/screening to potential clients and assist in defining the presenting problem or treatmentConduct psycho-social evaluations and arrange for additional clinical evaluations needed by the clientProvide ongoing individual and /or group counseling to at least 30 assigned casesDevelop Individual’s annual treatment plan based on a thorough needs assessment and review TX plan every 6 monthsUpdate and maintain case records in accordance with Part 679 regulationsProvide information/referral services to persons with developmental disabilities and their familiesProvide family counseling services to those individuals duly admitted to the clinic experiencing familial conflict and stressors.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Master’s Degree in social workOne year work experience in OPWDDValid NYS Social Work LicenseExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsTO APPLY: Please e-mail current resume to hr@queenscp.orgSalary: $32.00 – $34.50 per hour ... 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"Thankful for someone To Hug!" is the title of this piece of artwork in QCP's Day Services Program. We all should have something to be thankful for. We hope you had a nice holiday. #thankfulness #QCPStrong ... See MoreSee Less

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Walter and Angelo live in QCP's Groh Residence and are best buds. This is a photo of them taken at one of QCP's Fundraising Event at Terrace on the Park. They look after each other and enjoy community outings together. QCP opened Groh, our first residential facility in 1979 in Jamaica Estates. We now operate six Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs) and three Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs), serving the needs of 78 adults with developmental disabilities. Each residence provides a safe home-like environment, where individuals can increase their daily living skills, relax after returning from daytime activities, and participate in recreational and social activities. To learn more about QCP's Residential Program, visit our website. #QCPStrong ... See MoreSee Less

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Wishing our QCP friends and family a fun Black Friday. We should always count our blessings during the holiday season. #blackfriday #QCPStrong ... See MoreSee Less

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PRE-K FOR ALL AND 3-K

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