Relief Direct Care Coach

Job Description:

Earn between $16.00 - $19.16 per hour with eligible increases. 

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A DIRECT CARE COACH AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES!

Share our commitment to helping children and adults with developmental disabilities build the skills and life they want. Bring your experience, compassion, and energy to the team and make a difference in someone’s life.

About Cayuga Centers

Cayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agency dedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care, and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Founded in 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of delivering high-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youth and families. We have offices in 10 cities and serve over 10,000 individuals and families annually. Join us!

At Cayuga Centers, we embrace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). We do this by taking a firm stance against hatred, inequality, bias, and injustice. We do this by providing our staff with the training, coaching, and resources necessary to grow and serve with cultural humility, acceptance, and understanding. We are responsive to the diverse needs of those we serve and staff, and are committed to ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued, and a sense of belonging.

Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicant based on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

About the Position:

Cayuga Centers is looking for staff members who are passionate about person centered supports and helping individuals achieve their hopes and dreams. Our strength based approach is grounded in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis which is the most effective approach to build skills. Individuals choose their life goals, short term objectives and how they wish to participate in their community. Our skilled staff support engaging activities that individuals help plan based on their interests. Building relationships and enjoying life is our goal for individuals and staff everyday!

Cayuga Centers is a great place to work with one of the highest (usually the best) pay rates and benefits packages in the County!!! We devote more resources to our Direct Support Professionals! Starting rates are higher for experienced staff.

Come join our team!

Location: Cayuga County (Program locations in Auburn, NY)

Schedule: Looking for an applicant who is willing to work with individuals at a time that suits their needs. Afternoon, evening and weekend shifts are available.

Flexible, Per program need/availability

We can’t wait to support you in your growing career. If this opportunity speaks to you, we look forward to hearing from you! 

FUNCTIONS:

• Shall be primarily responsible for the direct care of assigned individual(s)
• Shall be sensitive to and respect the individual rights and physical and emotional needs of assigned individuals. Shall recognize the importance of communicating these needs both verbally and in writing to the individual appropriate staff, family members and agency personnel
  • Shall be responsible for the planning, implementation, and documentation of, as well as the maintenance of (examples include, but are not limited to): Personal hygiene, Domestic skills, Laundry skills, Medication, Meal Preparation, Money Management, Community Integration, Behavioral Management, Shopping, Recreation, Other needs as dictated by the individual plan
  • Shall document information regarding shift such as maintenance need, supplies needed and all other appropriate information. This includes reviewing and signing off on all logs and documentation as assigned by Supervisor
  • Shall assist in maintaining a clean physical environment and perform related work as necessary
  • Will participate in staff meetings and in-service training modules as scheduled and will be required to remain in compliance with all agency orientation, training and certification within established guidelines
  • Will complete all other tasks as assigned
  • Provide coverage in any of the SPwDD Programs as designated by a Supervisor. Remain on-duty until properly relieved
  • Consults with On-Call Supervisor as needed per program protocol
  • Provides crisis intervention as necessary
  • Maintains an awake, aware presence in the program site throughout their shift
  • Provides direct care, individual-specific programming and supervision to one or more assigned individuals from the DD population
  • Provides direct support means ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals while supporting the individual’s personal needs and recreation and socialization activities to meet the goals and objectives of the Service Plan.
  • Plays a valuable role in establishing and sustaining a individual and family-driven program focus.

Salary : $16 - $19