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About the Role
Practice and promote the agency’s mission statement and guiding principles. Provide ongoing support to ensure a high quality of life for individuals in the Residential Services program, assisting with self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing. Embrace diversity and foster an inclusive environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities to ensure active participation in all aspects of their lives.
- Support individuals in becoming active community members and maintaining relationships.
- Ensure a safe and clean home environment by assisting with and participating in household chores.
- Follow all treatment plans and utilize adaptive and safety equipment to promote independence and well-being.
- Support individuals in meal preparation, teaching concepts like diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Assist with medication administration according to policy and procedures.
- Implement and document treatment plans and agency materials to help individuals achieve independence and ensure their health and safety.
- Adhere to overtime, scheduling, and minimum staffing policies to ensure quality support.
- Serve as a member of the inter-disciplinary team, participating in meetings to discuss individual progress and goals.
- Provide transportation for medical appointments, shopping, recreational outings, and other needs.
- Mentor new Direct Support Staff by demonstrating supportive routines and reviewing training manuals.
- Participate in House Meetings and maintain all certification and training expectations.
- Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
- Undergo a fingerprint/criminal background check due to regular and substantial unsupervised contact with individuals receiving services.
- Complete training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) prior to evaluations and assessments.
Requirements
- Must submit a valid NYS driver's license and maintain qualified driver status.
- Must have the ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives/information.
- Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting and transferring individuals, may impact employment.
Skills
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Medication administration
- Documentation
Location
- Residential Services program
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
About the Company
- Values and embraces diversity in backgrounds and experiences for every person in every community.
- Strives to create an open, inclusive environment in which every employee has the opportunity to flourish.
- Demonstrates a commitment to understanding cultural differences and supports a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.