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About the Role

Mary Cariola Center is committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work, fostering an environment where all are welcome and differences are respected and valued.

Responsibilities

Schedule and facilitate monthly house meetings to involve residents in choosing community activities.
Reinforce positive behaviors in the community and residence.
Structure and provide indoor and outdoor recreation programming for residents, maintaining a calendar of events.
Make necessary arrangements for community involvement, including scheduling, transportation, ticket purchasing, and equipment, and ensure proper staffing.
Assist in the coordination of inter-residential events.
Facilitate active participation of residents by implementing their individual program plans in their home and community.
Implement behavior support plans and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-r) accurately and consistently.
Complete and maintain necessary training to work closely with fellow staff and one-on-one with a resident in an isolated environment.
Engage in necessary lifting, moving, and/or positioning tasks for residents.
Facilitate improved gross motor, fine motor, and range of motion skills.
Promote and facilitate self-care and personal hygiene.
Assist residents with bathing, toileting, dressing, and eating, including modeling appropriate behavior and using therapeutic equipment or feeding.
Perform housekeeping tasks, including meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
Foster receptive and expressive communication through various avenues, including sign language, pictograms, and electronic devices.
Follow HIPAA confidentiality laws.
Adhere to the Code of Ethics for DSPs.
Attend and actively participate in regular staff meetings, case reviews, in-service sessions, and other requested meetings.
Implement fire, safety, and emergency procedures in accordance with agency and program standards.
Assist with fire drills.
Safely drive an agency or personal vehicle when necessary and maintain Approved Driver Status.
Maintain certifications in Medication Administration, SCIP-r, CPR, and First Aid.
Administer medications to residents in accordance with policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements

Must be a current Mary Cariola employee in good standing.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, including interpreting documents such as safety rules and policy and procedure manuals.
Must be able to work independently and within a team.
Ability to participate in various physical and recreation activities outside the residence.
Possess a current and valid NYS driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Have reliable transportation.
High School Diploma or GED.

Skills

SCIP-r
Medication Administration
CPR
First Aid
Sign language
Pictograms
Electronic communication devices

Location

Community

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Entry Level
6 months or more experience in similar role (preferred)

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

$20.17-$24.67 per hour

Benefits

Agency-provided training for certifications (Medication Administration, SCIP-r, CPR, First Aid, OPWDD mandated trainings)

About the Company

Mary Cariola Center recognizes that a high-performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels like they belong.
As an agency founded on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, domestic violence victim status, veteran or disability status.