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About the Role
An Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) is a community-based home providing clinical and supportive care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD) who typically require long-term care and have complex medical or behavioral needs. Clinical supports are provided on-site by an interdisciplinary team and the facility is regulated by the NYS Department of Health.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal hygiene needs including washing, toileting, feeding, and showering to maintain hygiene and enhance independence.
- Transport residents to medical appointments, if applicable.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to ensure facilities are clean.
- Implement resident-specific programs by following goal book outlines to ensure independence and life goals.
- Assist residents in adhering to prescribed diets by ensuring correct portions are dispensed.
- Administer medication and medical procedures if qualified (AMAP certified) by following prescriptions and doctors' orders.
- Maintain resident safety through ongoing supervision and utilization of safety techniques and adaptive equipment.
- Provide ongoing supervision by being in close physical proximity to residents.
- Implement recreational activities such as arts and crafts, playing tapes, setting out board games, and playing basketball.
- Serve as a member of the inter-disciplinary team by attending and participating in meetings to discuss resident progress and goal achievements.
- Purchase clothing, grooming, and other personal items to meet residents' daily living needs and requests.
- Train new employees by covering the training manual and demonstrating direct care skills, if applicable.
- Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
- A valid NYS driver's license is required and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Must meet agency insurance requirements.
- Six (6) months of experience working with the DDI population preferred.
- Ability to understand written and oral directives/information.
- Physical aspects may include lifting and transferring of an adult/child participant.
Skills
- Direct care skills
- Medication administration (AMAP certified preferred)
Location
- Community-based
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Intermediate
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
About the Company
- Operates Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs) which are community-based homes providing clinical and supportive care to people with ID/DD.
- Facilities are regulated by the NYS Department of Health through an annual auditing process by the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).