Direct Support Professional at CDS Monarch, Inc. | Webster, New York, United States | Rezi

Direct Support Professional at CDS Monarch, Inc.

Direct Support Professional

CDS Monarch, Inc. · Webster, New York, United States

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Direct Support Professional

CDS Monarch, Inc. · Webster, New York, United States

6 hours ago
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About the Role

Assist Individuals with a disability to lead a self-directed life and contribute to the community. Encourage attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion.

Responsibilities

  • Act as mandated reporter if there is reasonable suspicion to suspect abuse or neglect of Individuals and make all required reports.
  • Maintain certifications to distribute medications, perform SCIP-R and/or PROMOTE, and perform First Aid and CPR.
  • Enter the swimming pool to ensure safety while individuals are utilizing the pool.
  • Prepare meals for individuals while adhering to recommended diet/meal plans.
  • Perform and/or assist individuals with personal hygiene tasks and daily home tasks.
  • Complete all documentation related to daily services provided within required guidelines.
  • Transport individuals in an Agency vehicle.
  • Maintain all required trainings (classroom and online) relevant to the position.
  • Comply with and adhere to established NADSP core competencies/goals.
  • Demonstrate respect for individuals, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Provide supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans.
  • Assist individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires.
  • Provide interaction and choices for activities.
  • Support individuals to be independent in activities of daily living.
  • Partner with individuals to promote their health and safety.
  • Promote positive behavior and supports through partnership with individuals and families.
  • Assist individuals to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and community inclusion.
  • Support the individual with educational, employment, and career goal attainment.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs dead weight.
  • Must be able to push/pull up to 25 lbs. frequently.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, and stoop frequently.
  • May occasionally kneel or crouch.
  • Must be able to kneel in emergency situations to administer CPR.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must meet applicable Vehicle Operator Requirements.
  • Adhere to all CDS Life Transitions, Inc. policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to the Agency Mission, Vision, Shared Values, and Customer Service Standards.
  • Attend mandatory education and training modules as scheduled; obtain and maintain all required certifications/training by State regulations and CDS policy.
  • Act as a professional representative of CDS Life Transitions, Inc. in regards to appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language, and dress.

Skills

  • Ability to work independently and motivate others.
  • Ability to read and write English.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Work Type

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

Education Level

  • High School Diploma or equivalency

Salary/Compensations

  • $18.50/ hour
  • $20.50/ hour

Benefits

  • Paid time off for Full and Part Time Employees (including your Birthday!), Vacation time, Personal time and Sick Time Accruals!
  • Affordable health care coverage including health, dental, vision, starting as low as $10.00/month
  • Shift Differentials for Evening, Overnight and Weekend shifts plus complex house differentials!
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous Employee referral program

About the Company

  • At CDS Monarch we value our Employees.

Equal Opportunity

  • CDS Life Transitions is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
  • CDS Life Transitions will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
  • If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 585-341-4600.