Pay range: $17.80-$20.80 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with orientation and training of new staff in all individual program plans, data collection systems and direct care responsibilities 
• Act as a “training mentor” to new staff by maintaining communication with the new employee, monitoring their training progress and ensuring they complete their training packet
• Assist the Residence Manager in keeping the training packet up to date and making updates when needed 
• Obtain and maintain Train-the-Trainer certifications for SCIP-r or CPR/First Aid, as determined by Agency administration and provide new staff training and updates in these areas, as requested
• Attend any medical/health related appointments of the residents as determined by the Residence Manager
• Facilitate active participation of the residents by implementing their individual program plan 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 be able to work closely with fellow staff and one-on-one with a resident in an isolated environment within the house or in the community
• Engage in any 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 as needed including modeling appropriate behavior, using therapeutic equipment and/or therapeutic feeding
• Perform housekeeping tasks when needed including but not limited to: meal preparation, cleaning, laundry and shopping
• Foster receptive and expressive communication through many different avenues including sign language, pictograms and electronic devices
• Navigate the agency’s IntrAnet, time tracking and email systems including approving personal time card and responding to emails in a timely manner
• Accurately and consistently complete all required documentation in a continuous manner by utilizing PrecisionCare software and in written form, when necessary
• 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 any other meetings scheduled or requested by the Residence Manager
• Implement fire, safety and emergency procedures in accordance with agency and program standards
• Assist with fire drills
• Safely drive agency or personal vehicle when necessary and maintain Approved Driver Status within the agency
• Maintain certifications in Medication Administration, SCIP-r, CPR and First Aid
• Administer medications to residents in accordance with the Residential Medication policies and procedures
• All other duties as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 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
• Possess a current and valid NYS drivers license
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months or more experience in similar role

Certifications and Trainings

• NYS Medication Administration
• SCIP-r
• CPR
• First Aid
• All other trainings mandated by the Office for people with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)

*Note: all certifications and trainings will be provided by the agency if you do not already possess them