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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $17/hr + 
Residential Aides NEEDED- MANHATTAN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 
<ul>
<li>Patrol residence and report any observations leading to loss or damage of property. </li>
<li>Monitor resident activities and act to restore order if needed. </li>
<li>Make out reports as required/ Complete incident reports in AWARDS.</li>
<li>Act as escort for residents. </li>
<li>Screen calls and visitors. </li>
<li>Monitor the self-administration of medication. </li>
<li>Prepare the following, as needed: laundry schedule, census update, case assignments, roll call sheet, and client probation list. </li>
<li>Help maintain transition and facilities logs. </li>
<li>Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.</li>
<li>Related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS: 
<ul>
<li>HS diploma/ GED required; some college preferred. </li>
<li>One year of experience as a security guard or counselor for the mentally ill is preferred. </li>
<li>Bilingual, Spanish/ English preferred. </li>
<li>Basic computer literacy is required.</li>
<li>CPR training certification or willingness to take training classes in CPR.</li>
</ul>
If you or someone you know is interested, please apply directly and submit a copy of your RESUME with your contact information.

Residential Aide

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
ICL operates residential programs for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD). Nine facilities, located in Brooklyn, the Bronx and Manhattan provide varying levels and types of support. ICL residences are in buildings with 4 to 14 occupants and have 24/7 on site services. These programs promote the growth and independence of the individuals who live in the residence. Staff help to assess their strengths and provide services based on the skill level, needs and preferences of each individual and help individuals lead richer lives.
You would be Responsible for:
 Under supervision, provide supports and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, ensuring community integration, assisting individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation. You would help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. You would work with other staff to carry out and record care plans and, in accordance with special instructions, you may administer medication. These positions are physically demanding. You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations. In some of the residences, you must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated individuals.
To learn more about what direct support professionals do on the job every day, go to <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnK4z3KAqtE" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnK4z3KAqtE</a>.
Education: High school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma (such as a GED) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate from an accredited public or private organization.
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Direct Support Professional I-81532905

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Overview of Direct Support Professional Sun-Wed Front End Day-Entry Level-Will Train 
The Direct Care Youth Worker is responsible to maintain a safe, predictable and therapeutic living environment for children in care at Andrus while supporting the agency’s mission, vision, core values and treatment philosophy. The provides close supervision, counseling, and support to the children during all cottage-based activities. The Direct Support Professional is responsible to plan and implement individual and group initiatives to build children’s skills and self-esteem. The Direct Support Professional ensures that the basic needs of children are met, and that the cottage is maintained in a safe, orderly, predictable, therapeutic, structured and clean condition. The Direct Support Professional works as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes recreation therapists, teachers, social workers and other professionals. 
Schedule Sun-Wed 11:30am until 9:30pm
Essential Duties of Direct Support Professional Sun-Wed Front End Day
Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
<ul>
<li>Assuring the safety of each resident and for the cottage community </li>
<li>Actively supervising the residents at all times, based on their age and level, to assure everyone’s safety.</li>
<li>Supervising the residents by participating with them in scheduled activities</li>
<li>Enacting the program schedule as written and on time</li>
<li>Using all aspects of Sanctuary in the care s/he provides</li>
<li>Using all aspects of trauma sensitive care in the services s/he provides</li>
<li>Using all techniques of TCI to prevent triggering, to intervene early to prevent escalation to crisis, for safe management of any crisis that does arise, and for assuring safety and learning after any crisis. This includes becoming skilled in LSIs and conflict resolutions, and conducting them for even minor conflicts, to minimize the occurrence of larger conflicts. </li>
<li>Assuring that Safety Plans and ICMPs are in place, available to all staff and actively used to guide treatment.</li>
<li>Understanding the importance of and takes responsibility for team work and good communication</li>
<li>Planning and enacting smooth transitions from one activity to the next</li>
<li>Arriving consistently and on time for assigned shifts. Meet expectations for use of leave, professional presentation, and responsibility for specific tasks</li>
<li>Supports overall strategic plan of the organization</li>
<li>Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values and commitments</li>
</ul>
 Benefits of Direct Support Professional Sun-Wed Front End Day
<ul>
<li>Generous PTO, 4 weeks of vacation, holidays, personal and sick time</li>
<li>Health Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Vision Benefits</li>
<li>401(k) Employer Contributions</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Aflac Benefits</li>
<li>Flex Spending Accounts</li>
<li>Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance</li>
<li>Professional Development </li>
</ul>
Essential Qualifications of Direct Support Professional Sun-Wed Front End Day
Key qualifications include: 
<ul>
<li>CPR/First Aid certification preferred (in-service trainings are mandatory)</li>
<li>Minimum of HS diploma (or equivalent), required</li>
<li>Willing to train the right candidate </li>
<li>A valid driver’s license in good standing for a minimum of 3 years, a plus</li>
<li>Computer proficient and navigate Microsoft Office suite</li>
<li>Multi-lingual a plus </li>
<li>Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs</li>
</ul>
Physical/Travel Requirements 
<ul>
<li>lift</li>
<li>reach</li>
<li>walk</li>
<li>climb stairs</li>
<li>bend</li>
<li>Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint.</li>
</ul>
The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Disclaimer
Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’ right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice.
EEO Statement 
Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

Direct Support Professional Front End (Day)-Entry Level

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionWhy Charlie Health?
Millions of people across the country are navigating mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and eating disorders, but too often, they're met with barriers to care. From limited local options and long wait times to treatment that lacks personalization, behavioral healthcare can leave people feeling unseen and unsupported.
Charlie Health exists to change that. Our mission is to connect the world to life-saving behavioral health treatment. We deliver personalized, virtual care rooted in connection—between clients and clinicians, care teams, loved ones, and the communities that support them. By focusing on people with complex needs, we're expanding access to meaningful care and driving better outcomes from the comfort of home.
As a rapidly growing organization, we're reaching more communities every day and building a team that's redefining what behavioral health treatment can look like. If you're ready to use your skills to drive lasting change and help more people access the care they deserve, we'd love to meet you.
About the Role
Charlie Health is looking for a dynamic, passionate individual to support our incredible clients and families throughout treatment as a Care Experience Specialist. This candidate will welcome clients and families into our program post-admission, build rapport, and provide care coordination and customer service to ensure all client needs are met throughout their time in treatment. The Care Experience Specialist will also act as the liaison between clients and other internal Charlie Health teams to provide a primary point of contact and an unparalleled experience for those in our care.
We're a team of passionate, forward-thinking professionals eager to take on the challenge of the mental health crisis and play a formative role in providing life-saving solutions. If you're inspired by our mission and energized by the opportunity to increase access to mental healthcare and impact millions of lives in a profound way, apply today.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Answer inbound calls, emails, and texts and resolving patient and family concerns or requests efficiently and effectively </li>
<li>Act as a liaison between patients and internal Charlie Health teams such as, Admissions, Billing, Utilization Review, Outreach and Clinical</li>
<li>Support client-related requests from the Clinical Care team to improve the patient's experience</li>
<li>Identifying gaps in treatment attendance and reaching out to clients to resolve issues with treatment that may be leading to non-attendance proactively</li>
<li>Communicate aftercare resources (i.e. outpatient therapy providers) to families and work with families to schedule appointments post-Charlie Health</li>
<li>Managing client schedule, scheduling and rescheduling appointments</li>
<li>Complete all documentation in a timely and accurate manner</li>
<li>Adapt to organizational change and departmental restructuring to fit the needs of our clients, families, and referral sources</li>
<li>Meet determined KPIs including: call answer rates, daily talk time, daily call volume, issue resolution rate, time to resolution, aftercare appointment scheduling rate, and customer satisfaction scores</li>
</ul>
Requirements
<ul>
<li>Upholds Charlie Health's Mission, Vision, and Values and takes great pride in providing clients with exceptional service in order to support their mental health journeys</li>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent </li>
<li>Minimum 2 years experience working in a customer/patient success or support role</li>
<li>Experience working with young adults and adolescents (healthcare setting preferred)</li>
<li>1-2 years of Salesforce experience (or equivalent CRM platform) required </li>
<li>1-2 years of experience using contact center technology</li>
<li>Strong ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Demonstrates a high level of emotional intelligence</li>
<li>Knowledge of HIPAA policies and procedures</li>
<li>Work authorized in the United States and native or bilingual English proficiency</li>
<li>Proficiency with cloud-based communication and software (Slack, G-suite, Microsoft Office, Zoom &amp; EMR)</li>
</ul>
Benefits
Charlie Health is pleased to offer comprehensive benefits to all full-time, exempt employees. Read more about our benefits here.
Additional Information
Please note that this role is not available to candidates in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, Maine, New York, or Washington.
The expected base pay for this role will be between $45,000 and $55,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay will be determined on an individualized basis and will be impacted by location and years of experience. Further, base pay is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Charlie Health-sponsored benefits. #LI-Remote
Our Values
<ul>
<li>Connection: Care deeply &amp; inspire hope.</li>
<li>Congruence: Stay curious &amp; heed the evidence.</li>
<li>Commitment: Act with urgency &amp; don't give up.</li>
</ul>
Please do not call our public clinical admissions line in regard to this or any other job posting.
Please be cautious of potential recruitment fraud. If you are interested in exploring opportunities at Charlie Health, please go directly to our Careers Page: <a href="https://www.charliehealth.com/careers/current-openings" target="_blank">https://www.charliehealth.com/careers/current-openings</a>. Charlie Health will never ask you to pay a fee or download software as part of the interview process with our company. In addition, Charlie Health will not ask for your personal banking information until you have signed an offer of employment and completed onboarding paperwork that is provided by our People Operations team. All communications with Charlie Health Talent and People Operations professionals will only be sent from @charliehealth.com email addresses. Legitimate emails will never originate from gmail.com, yahoo.com, or other commercial email services.
Recruiting agencies, please do not submit unsolicited referrals for this or any open role. We have a roster of agencies with whom we partner, and we will not pay any fee associated with unsolicited referrals.
At Charlie Health, we value being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to cultivate an environment where individuals can be their authentic selves. Being an Equal Opportunity Employer means every member of our team feels as though they are supported and belong. We value diverse perspectives to help us provide essential mental health and substance use disorder treatments to all young people.
Charlie Health applicants are assessed solely on their qualifications for the role, without regard to disability or need for accommodation.
By submitting your application, you agree to receive SMS messages from Charlie Health regarding your application. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. You can reply STOP to opt out at any time. For help, reply HELP.

Care Experience Specialist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
$15.50 per hour start rate with potential to increase up to $17.25 within the first month with completion of certifications. Overtime available Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley is celebrating over 70 years of providing quality residential and community based services to individuals with developmental disabilities throughout the Hudson Valley. We are currently seeking caring, committed, dedicated DSPs to join our team at our residence in Kingston. Make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by assisting them to lead more independent lives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent</li>
<li>Possession of a clean, valid New York State Driver’s License.</li>
<li>Current certifications: First Aid, SCIP, CPR, Van, Medication Administration and all house specific (i.e. tube) if required, must be obtained within six months.</li>
</ul>
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Implementation of Individual’s Comprehensive Functional Assessment or Individualized Service Plan and Individual’s MY LIFE PLAN as needed.</li>
<li>Completion of OPWDD Core Competency training</li>
<li>Implement Individuals Residential Habilitation Plan and/or Formal Active Treatment Goals.</li>
<li>Document goal progress on a daily basis.</li>
<li>Capable of learning use of electronic record for documentation</li>
<li>Adhere to Individuals' safeguard plans.</li>
<li>Adhere to Person Centered Philosophy of Care.</li>
<li>Demonstrate OPWDD Core Competencies on an on-going basis.</li>
<li>Physically transfer participants during ADL and positioning activities.</li>
<li>Assist and train Individuals in activities of daily living, including but not limited to: toileting, feeding, dressing, and bathing.</li>
<li>Implement therapeutic programs as required by clinical staff.</li>
<li>Administration of medical treatments as prescribed by medical staff.</li>
<li>Complete required written reporting daily in the program communication log.</li>
<li>Participate in washing, drying, folding and mending of residents’ clothing and linens.</li>
<li>Participate in cleaning and general maintenance of the residence and Agency-owned property</li>
<li>Preparation of meals and clean-up.</li>
<li>Participate in cleaning and maintenance of adaptive equipment and other personal possessions of residents.</li>
<li>Assist in transporting residents to medical, recreational and educational services as required.</li>
<li>Participate in mandatory staff meetings and in-service training.</li>
<li>Maintain all required trainings</li>
<li>Remain at work until a suitable replacement reports for duty.</li>
<li>Perform any other related duties as directed by the Residence Manager and/or designee.</li>
</ul>

DSP (Direct Support Professional) Kingston

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
Angels In Your Home is actively seeking Certified Personal Care Aids who are caring and dedicated to providing quality home care to our patients. Join our family run, locally based agency and growing team of compassionate, ambitious caregivers and support your community!
 
The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) is responsible for personal care and assisting with activities of daily living with clients in their homes. All employees must be committed to the concepts, philosophy, and mission of Angels In Your Home and possess the desire to assist individuals to maximize their independence and reach their fullest potential in their personal residence.
 
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Provide general attention to the non-medical needs of the client(s) following an established Service Plan/Care Plan. This may include personal hygiene, toileting, bathing, oral care, hair, and/or skincare</li>
<li>Assist client(s) in and out of bed, excluding the use of mechanical lifting equipment unless trained and documented as competent</li>
<li>Assist client(s) with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable</li>
<li>Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding as required</li>
<li>Provide medication reminders</li>
<li>Remind clients to complete prescribed exercises when instructed by the appropriate health care professional</li>
<li>Remain in client vicinity at all times during shift and report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency</li>
<li>Utilize the HHA Exchange time management system for Clock-in and Clock-out procedures when reporting for work and when clocking out from work</li>
<li>Document services delivered in accordance with Angels In Your Homes policies and procedures</li>
<li>Record and report changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior, or appearance to the supervisor</li>
<li>Report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency</li>
<li>Adhere to HIPAA regulations</li>
<li>Provide general companion care services, and homemaker services</li>
<li>Participate as requested in the quality assurance reviews and evaluations of Angels In Your Homes services</li>
<li>Stay current with changing technology, including software programs</li>
<li>Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
Compliance:
<ul>
<li>Must be at least 18 years old</li>
<li>Must have a PCA or HHA certificate</li>
<li>Must be legally authorized to work in the United States</li>
</ul>
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Health Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
<li>401K</li>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off and holidays</li>
<li>Sick Pay</li>
<li>DailyPay</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
</ul>
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you have the skills and experience we are looking for and are passionate about helping others, please submit your application for consideration. Angels In Your Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind. Angels In Your Home is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Certified PCA

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description Residential Group Home Manager $1,500. Sign on Bonus Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1000+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. ACLD (Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, Inc.) is looking for a seasoned, dynamic Residential Manager to direct the day-to-day operations of an adult residential group home. The ideal candidate can manage diverse duties and multiple priorities; and is able to maintain effective relationships with people supported, families, staff, and other internal/external departments. Candidate should have strong initiative, excellent problem solving skills and the ability to be creative, while managing multiple priorities in a busy residence. This is a full-time position and requires flexibility in work schedule including at least one evening and one early morning shift per week and weekend hours. Position is also required to be on-call. Responsibilities:§ Promote a positive and productive work environment§ Hire, train and coach all direct care employees including Assistant Manager§ Promote ACLD’s values and strategic vision§ Develop and manage Individual Service Plans and Plans of Protection/Behavior Support Plans§ Ensure oversight of Health &amp; Fire Safety§ Manage crisis situations and behavioral issues as the needs arise§ Manage budgets and ensure sound fiscal management procedures are being followed§ Ensure accurate documentation and service billing is complete and submitted in a timely fashion§ Diligent in complying with OPWDD and ACLD policies, rules and regulations We require:§ High School Diploma; Bachelor’s Degree preferred§ Two years experience working in I/DD field§ One year supervisory experience§ Strong managerial skills and written and verbal communication skills§ Clean and valid New York driver’s license§ Strong Microsoft Office computer skills Apply online at <a href="http://www.acld.org" target="_blank">www.acld.org</a> or just email to <a href="mailto:jobs@acld.org" target="_blank">jobs@acld.org</a>. An EOE m/f/d/v Sun-Thurs 9am - 5pm Flex 35 hours

Residential Manager-FT Morning Shift

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Overview of Direct Support Professional Monday thru Friday (8am until 2pm) 
The Direct Care Youth Worker is responsible to maintain a safe, predictable and therapeutic living environment for children in care at Andrus while supporting the agency’s mission, vision, core values and treatment philosophy. The Direct Support Professional provides close supervision, counseling, and support to the children during all cottage-based activities. The Direct Support Professional is responsible for planning and implementing individual and group initiatives to build children’s skills and self-esteem. The Direct Support Professional ensures that the basic needs of children are met, and that the cottage is maintained in a safe, orderly, predictable, therapeutic, structured and clean condition. The Direct Support Professional works as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes recreation therapists, teachers, social workers and other professionals. 
Essential Duties of Direct Support Professional Monday thru Friday (8am until 2pm) 
Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
<ul>
<li>Assuring the safety of each resident and for the cottage community </li>
<li>Actively supervising the residents at all times, based on their age and level, to assure everyone’s safety.</li>
<li>Supervising the residents by participating with them in scheduled activities</li>
<li>Ensure that assigned youth attend appointments including, but not limited to psychiatry, medical, etc.</li>
<li>Ensure that physical spaces of cottage are clean, neat and organized </li>
<li>Ensure that applicable paperwork is completed and submitted in timely fashion</li>
<li>Enacting the program schedule as written and on time</li>
<li>Using all aspects of Sanctuary in the care s/he provides</li>
<li>Using all aspects of trauma sensitive care in the services s/he provides</li>
<li>Using all techniques of TCI to prevent triggering, to intervene early to prevent escalation to crisis, for safe management of any crisis that does arise, and for assuring safety and learning after any crisis. This includes becoming skilled in LSIs and conflict resolutions, and conducting them for even minor conflicts, to minimize the occurrence of larger conflicts. </li>
<li>Assuring that Safety Plans and ICMPs are in place, available to all staff and actively used to guide treatment.</li>
<li>Understanding the importance of and takes responsibility for teamwork and good communication</li>
<li>Planning and enacting smooth transitions from one activity to the next</li>
<li>Must have flexibility to move to any residential cottage based on program needs </li>
<li>Supports overall strategic plan of the organization</li>
<li>Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values and commitments</li>
</ul>
 Benefits of Direct Support Professional Monday thru Friday (8am until 2pm) 
<ul>
<li>Generous PTO, holidays, personal and sick time</li>
<li>Health Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Vision Benefits</li>
<li>401(k) Employer Contributions</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Aflac Benefits</li>
<li>Flex Spending Accounts</li>
<li>Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance</li>
<li>Professional Development </li>
</ul>
Essential Qualifications of Direct Support Professional Monday thru Friday (8am until 2pm) 
Key qualifications include: 
<ul>
<li>CPR/First Aid certification preferred (in-service trainings are mandatory)</li>
<li>Minimum of HS diploma (or equivalent), required</li>
<li>Willing to train the right candidate</li>
<li>A valid driver’s license in good standing for a minimum of 3 years</li>
<li>The ability to maintain a driver’s license in good standing according to our policy is required</li>
<li>Computer proficient and navigate Microsoft Office suite</li>
<li>Multi-lingual a plus </li>
<li>Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs</li>
</ul>
Physical/Travel Requirements 
<ul>
<li>lift</li>
<li>reach</li>
<li>walk</li>
<li>climb stairs</li>
<li>bend</li>
<li>Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint.</li>
</ul>
The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Disclaimer
Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’ right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice.
EEO Statement 
Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

Direct Support Professional M-F 60 Morning Cross

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
After-School Care (2:40pm-6:40pm) for the 2022-2023 school year (beginning Sept 2022) for 6yo twin girls.
Someone fun, talkative, active and who loves to read would be a great fit. Help with homework, activities, basic meal prep and dinnertime. Family typically has a need for a couple later nights/week, so someone able to stay late 2x/week would be helpful. Additional opportunities to travel, weekend hours, etc.
Must be able to commit to the After-School schedule from Sept 2022-June 2023
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After-School Caregiver for 6yo twin girls on Upper East Side

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
Why Join ADAPT?
It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
 
For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.
 
 
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting their attention to the care and development of the people we support in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner which fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for the people we support in an agency facility.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of the Residence Program Specialist will include but are not limited to the following:
<ul>
<li>Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support.</li>
<li>Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level.</li>
<li>Provides training for the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills.</li>
<li>Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility.</li>
<li>Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service trainings.</li>
<li>Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned.</li>
<li>Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action.</li>
<li>Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse, and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures.</li>
<li>Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history of the people we support in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices.</li>
<li>Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it.</li>
<li>If an emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to utilize strategies for crisis intervention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines.</li>
<li>Provides transportation for the people we support in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor’s appointments, etc.</li>
<li>Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies.</li>
<li>Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs.</li>
<li>Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan.</li>
<li>Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities.</li>
<li>Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment.</li>
<li>Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program.</li>
<li>Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after successful completion of the medication administration course, and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by residential nurse in all areas related to medication administration.</li>
<li>Completes all activities related to skill buildings as outlined in individual program plans</li>
<li>Provides support around personal hygiene, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as needed.</li>
<li>Handles all personal documents of the people we support in a secure and confidential manner.</li>
<li>Performs related duties as requested.</li>
</ul>
 
 
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
<ul>
<li>Valid New York State Driver’s License and must maintain it in good standing</li>
<li>Ability to read, write, speak and understand English</li>
<li>Good oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, residents and their families</li>
<li>Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures</li>
</ul>
 
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or GED required</li>
<li>Six months of related experience is preferred but not required</li>
<li>Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire in salaried status. This training is provided by ADAPT Community Network, if needed.</li>
</ul>
 
COMPENSATION: $19.06/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees.
 
 
At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.
 
ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

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