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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 Community Living Services program, assisting with self-care, health, safety, household chores, socialization, and overall wellbeing. This position embraces diversity and strives to create 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.
- Provide support to help individuals become active community members and maintain relationships.
- Ensure a safe and clean home environment by assisting individuals with household chores.
- Follow all treatment plans and utilize adaptive and safety equipment.
- Support individuals in preparing meals by teaching concepts such as diet adherence, portion control, and cooking skills.
- Assist individuals with medication administration according to policy.
- Implement and document all treatment plans and agency materials.
- Adhere to overtime, scheduling, and minimum staffing policies.
- Serve as a member of the inter-disciplinary team by attending and participating in meetings.
- Provide transportation for individuals for appointments, outings, and other needs.
- Mentor new Direct Support Staff.
- Participate in House Meetings and maintain certifications and training.
- Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
Requirements
- Must submit a valid NYS driver's license and maintain qualified driver status.
- Must transfer out-of-state license to NYS within 30 days of hire if applicable.
- Must have the ability to communicate and understand written and oral directives.
- Must be able to meet physical demands including lifting and transferring individuals.
- Subject to successful completion of fingerprint/criminal background check.
- Training on Personal Outcome Measures (POM) is required prior to completion of evaluations and assessments.
Skills
- Cultural awareness
- Communication
Location
- Community Living Services program
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
About the Company
- This position embraces diversity in all its forms and strives to create an inclusive, welcoming environment where every individual feels valued. They demonstrate cultural awareness and actively support a culture of equity and inclusion.