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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Under general supervision of clinical or higher-level staff provide direct care to developmentally disabled individuals in a residential setting; assist and motivate individuals in their care to attend to their personal daily living needs and to further develop those vocational, nutritional, social, and personal skills necessary to maintain or achieve the highest possible level of independent functioning in the least restrictive environment. DSPs perform a wide variety of routine tasks and activities in support of the full range of habilitative services provided to developmentally disabled individuals. The tasks and activities performed depend upon the specific abilities of the individuals being served and the nature of the setting where the work is performed. These tasks involve encouraging, guiding and training individuals in developing daily living skills and habits, taking care of their personal needs, assuring community integration, ensuring the health and safety of individuals, and maintaining the service environment. The Direct Support Professional I is the entry level in most of the ICFs and IRAs at ICL. The Direct Support Professional II level is a position assigned to Residences that house consumers with high medical or other needs that may require specialized training and/ or more intensive supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
DSPs provide observations, evaluations, and reports to other team members to ensure and/or record an individual’s progress toward treatment/habilitation goals. In accordance with habilitative plans, they guide and teach individuals to develop skills required for a more independent lifestyle. Incumbents may take a lead role in one or more of the following duties within a work site. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas:
Personal Care
<ul>
<li>Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary.</li>
<li>Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing.</li>
<li>Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner.</li>
<li>Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required.</li>
<li>Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors.</li>
<li>Maintains confidentiality of information.</li>
<li>Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor.</li>
<li>Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care.</li>
<li>Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed.</li>
<li>Accompanies individuals to medical, dental, and other health-related appointments; delivers prescriptions to pharmacy, takes medication to home site and logs same; and instructs and observes individuals in use of those substances.</li>
</ul>
Food Preparation, Mealtimes
<ul>
<li>Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently.</li>
<li>Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills.</li>
<li>Teaches and assists individuals to plan, shop, store, prepare and serve meals using currently accepted nutritional standards; and to clean kitchen and dining areas, and dispose of leftover food safely.</li>
</ul>
Maintaining the Environment
<ul>
<li>Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the DSP performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition.</li>
<li>Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs.</li>
<li>Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making.</li>
<li>Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc.</li>
<li>Stores supplies and assures that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition.</li>
<li>Responsible for storage and replacement of linens.</li>
<li>May assist in various household inventories.</li>
<li>Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances.</li>
<li>Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc.</li>
<li>Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtains repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc.</li>
<li>Checks fire equipment and report any malfunction.</li>
<li>Conducts fire drills following the fire evacuation plan.</li>
</ul>
Individual Development, Personal Interests
<ul>
<li>Teaches and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills.</li>
<li>Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions.</li>
<li>Teaches and reinforces principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan.</li>
<li>Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals.</li>
<li>Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others.</li>
<li>Provides support for maximum community integration.</li>
<li>Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills.</li>
<li>Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions.</li>
<li>Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities.</li>
<li>Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care.</li>
<li>Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger.</li>
<li>If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care.</li>
<li>Teaches/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff.</li>
<li>May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities.</li>
<li>Aids in the selection, purchase, care and use by developmentally disabled individuals of age-appropriate personal belongings.</li>
</ul>
Participating as Program Planning Team Member
<ul>
<li>Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc.</li>
<li>Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs.</li>
<li>At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan.</li>
<li>Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format.</li>
<li>Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans.</li>
<li>May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff.</li>
<li>Other duties that may be assigned</li>
</ul>
COMMUNICATION
<ul>
<li>As members of the Program Planning Team, DSPs communicate with other direct care staff or with supervisory or clinical staff for the purpose of sharing information and obtaining direction for specific assignments. They also communicate with the developmentally disabled individuals in their care, their families and others who come in contact with them.</li>
</ul>
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled.</li>
<li>Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled.</li>
<li>Currently AMAP certified or able to become certified within six months of hire.</li>
<li>Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire.</li>
<li>Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months</li>
<li>Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely</li>
<li>Knowledge of basic computer skills</li>
<li>Ability to read and write at least at the secondary school level and to follow written and oral instructions.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma (such as a GED) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate from an accredited public or private organization and the ability to provide direct services to adults with developmental disabilities. Related experience desirable. Current clean New York State driver's license might be required depending on the shift.

Direct Support Professional I-71532905

<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>
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.
Requirements:

Direct Support Professional - Evening

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionBenefits: 
<ul>
<li>Exceptional support team</li>
<li>Fun, supportive, and safe working environment</li>
<li>Comprehensive paid training</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Flexible schedule</li>
</ul>
 Are you compassionate, dedicated, and dependable? Do you love to go above and beyond to help others? At FirstLight Home Care, were dedicated to hiring the kind of people we would trust with our own families. Were currently searching for quality caregivers who are committed to making a difference in the lives of others. For these folks, caregiving is not just a job its a calling. When we find these amazing professionals, we believe in taking really good care of them because extraordinary caregivers are the heart and soul of our company. They help us live out our mission every day by providing first-class personal service to our clients so that they may enjoy warmth, independence, and relaxed comfort in the place they call home. Personal Care Assistant responsibilities include: 
<ul>
<li>Bathing assistance and hygiene</li>
<li>Walking and mobility assistance</li>
<li>Transfer and posture positioning</li>
<li>Continence and toileting care</li>
<li>Oral hygiene</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
The ideal candidate will have: 
<ul>
<li>Previous caregiving experience (preferred)</li>
<li>A passion for caregiving and a desire to help others</li>
<li>A commitment to being present and providing quality care</li>
<li>Empathy, patience, kindness and respect</li>
<li>Ability to carry out direction, both verbal and written</li>
<li>Ability to effectively manage the demands of the job</li>
</ul>
Location: Balmville, NY Schedule: Looking for NY State certified PCAs from 10am-6pm, to fill in for any given day of the week for this 7 day a week case when the regular PCAs need time off.

Personal Care Assistant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
Status: Full time (hours may vary)
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt 
Job Location: Bronx, NY
Reports to: Chief Strategy &amp; Innovation Officer
Supervisory Responsibility: None 
Objective:
The Harm Reduction Specialist assists the population that suffers from homelessness, mental illnesses chronic medical conditions including HIV and AIDS in a supportive housing environment. The Harm Reduction Specialist's job responsibility is to help stabilize their lives and navigate lifestyle changes, reduction of substance use-related harms, link to harm reduction/substance use providers, relapse prevention, avoidance of triggers for using substances, life skills, and recovery.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
<ul>
<li>Provide person-centered harm reduction and substance use services that effectively engage residents and promote health and wellness, personal growth, and housing stability.</li>
<li>Provide assessment services to residents who may experience harm related to substance use. Determine short-term and long-term service needs.</li>
<li>Utilize a harm reduction approach to support residents around issues of mental health and substance use.</li>
<li>Conduct Harm Reduction Discuss basic self-care, wellness activities, health education, stress reduction, issues of life priorities, and addiction awareness.</li>
<li>Meet regularly with residents to discuss harm reduction, education, treatment decision-making, identification of relapse triggers, and improvement of coping skills.</li>
<li>Prepare, conduct, and document individual and group counseling and education.</li>
<li>Assess barriers and difficulties for residents to participate in substance use Develop strategies to help residents overcome these barriers and difficulties.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain confidential records for each resident according to the mandated schedule documenting all relevant interventions and assessments as well as correspondence with collateral services.</li>
<li>Participate in staff and clinical meetings and individual supervision to ensure best practices in the performance of role responsibilities.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with members of the team to ensure coordination of Providing education and support to staff related to addiction and substance use.</li>
<li>Participate in a robust training program that includes training in evidenced-based models to ensure the highest level of service is provided to clients.</li>
<li>Perform other job-related functions, assigned. </li>
</ul>
Required Education and Experience: 
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent is required.</li>
<li>Knowledge of harm reduction, HIV/AIDS, mental health, substance use, or chronically homeless population.</li>
<li>Experience with individuals impacted by poverty, homelessness, mental illness, substance use, and/or medical issues is required.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently as well as a member of an interdisciplinary team.</li>
<li>Highly organized and able to manage a diverse caseload of clients with diverse needs.</li>
<li>Able to work well under pressure including in crisis situations and able to be flexible with work schedule when necessary.</li>
<li>Preferred: Experience with ETO, or other electronic case management systems. </li>
<li>Preferred: Experience working with evidence-based models, specifically Motivational Interviewing.</li>
<li>preferred: Bi-lingual Spanish/English</li>
<li>Preferred: NYS CASAC certification/CASAC-T/equivalent experience or willingness to complete a CASAC in 6 months or 2 years of equivalent experience.</li>
<li>preferred: Experience running groups.</li>
</ul>
Work Environment: This job operates in a supportive housing site in NYC and works with a population who may suffer from mental illness, substance abuse, disability, HIV/AIDS, and/or other health issues.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, climb stairs, and/or kneel. Occasionally the employee will have to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Note: 
Lantern Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Lantern Community Services (Lantern) values the diversity of all our clients, staff, Board of Directors, and partners. By bringing diverse individuals and viewpoints together, we create more vibrant, healthy, and just communities. Lantern welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and experiences regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, political belief, pregnancy, religion, immigration status, veteran status, class, creed, mental or physical disability, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

Harm Reduction Specialist - Jasper Hall

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
About the Role 
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides person centered support based on the individual’s needs, preferences and choices. DSPs perform a wide variety of tasks and activities based on the valued outcomes of each person they work with, and reflecting the specific skills and abilities of each individual. DSPs encourage, guide and offer training to develop daily living skills, ensuring personal needs are met, promoting active engagement in community life and ensuring health and safety. DSPs create a positive and enriching program environment for all people supported. Direct Support Professionals are a vital member of each person’s support team. DSPs are expected to align their performance with the Code of Ethics and OPWDD DSP Competencies.

What You’ll Do
<ul>
<li>Supports the person’s developmental needs, desires, preferences, and choices.</li>
<li>Provides support with the person’s goals as outlined by their Staff Action and Life Plan.</li>
<li>Escort people supported the community for both recreational purposes and with healthcare professionals as needed.</li>
<li>Assist with meal planning and preparation</li>
<li>Provide the necessary level of supervision and support for a person’s needs (behavioral, medical developmental, emotional etc.)</li>
<li>Safely administer medication under the license of the RN as described in Administration of Medication Training (if applicable)</li>
<li>Be knowledgeable of all OPWDD, NYSJC, and organizational policies and adhere to them accordingly</li>
<li>Ensures that the program environment is clean, safe and offers a positive-home like environment</li>
<li>Complete all mandated OPWDD and Rising Ground Trainings</li>
<li>Act as a mandated reporter in accordance with OPWDD, NYSJC, and Organizational Policies</li>
<li>Notify program RN or appropriate administrator when a concern arises that may impact on the health or safety of the people supported.</li>
<li>Contemporaneously complete all documentation including, but not limited to monthly progress notes, daily billing, medical follow-up, clinical data or other communications as assigned</li>
<li>Per-Diem status means that this position is not full time, and that the schedule is not guaranteed. However, there is an expectation that you will reliably report to all shifts that you agree to be assigned to. Additionally, while per-diems may opt to perform shifts at multiple programs, it is your responsibility to primarily report to your administrative supervisor first before accepting additional hours elsewhere.</li>
<li>Per-diems who are able, but voluntarily opt to not perform any hours for more than a 90-day period, will be considered to have voluntarily resigning their position</li>
<li>Other Duties assigned based on programmatic need</li>
</ul>
Your Qualifications
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma/GED Required</li>
<li>Must be able to work independently and self-directed.</li>
<li>Must be able to use technology (for completion of billing data and other assigned tasks)</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Positive attitude toward the challenges faced by the people that we support.</li>
<li>Must be flexible with meeting the needs of the people they support.</li>
<li>Availability to meet the schedule of the position as assigned, with occasional flexibility</li>
<li>Prior experience with OPWDD or supporting people with disabilities is a plus</li>
</ul>
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility
No
Work Environment:
Field
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Per-Diem status means that this position is not full-time, and that the schedule is not guaranteed. However, there is an expectation that you will reliably report to all shifts that you agree to be assigned to. Additionally, while per-diems may opt to perform shifts at multiple programs, it is your responsibility to primarily report to your administrative supervisor first before accepting additional hours elsewhere.
.
Additional Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Authorized to work in the U.S.</li>
<li>Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week.</li>
<li>Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required)</li>
</ul>
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all 
employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s 
perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or 
veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, 
compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Direct Support Professional Per Diem

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
 Direct Support Professional - Residential
 
 
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 1200+ 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.
 
We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! 
 
In this position, you will:
 
· Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals
· Provide structure and emotional support 
· Assist in resolving behavioral issues
· Help people supported with personal hygiene needs 
· Complete detailed, accurate documentation 
· Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles 
 
We require:
 
· Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license 
· High School diploma or equivalent 
· Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. 
· Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications
· Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus
 
 
 
 
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
 
 Fri - Mon 4p-12 a 32

Direct Support Professional-PT Evening

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
 Direct Support Professional - Residential
 
 
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 1200+ 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.
 
We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! 
 
In this position, you will:
 
· Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals
· Provide structure and emotional support 
· Assist in resolving behavioral issues
· Help people supported with personal hygiene needs 
· Complete detailed, accurate documentation 
· Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles 
 
We require:
 
· Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license 
· High School diploma or equivalent 
· Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. 
· Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications
· Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus
 
 
 
 
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
 
 Sat/ Sun 7am-3pm, Mon/ Tue 3p-7am 24

Direct Support Professional

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone else's life? Where opportunities abound to advance your future, both personally and professionally? The Bristal Assisted Living is the place for you. You'll thrive in a premier senior care organization that values you as an individual — not just your experience and skillsets, but your unique talents and energy. You'll enrich the community in which you work, and that community will enrich you. We call what we do at The Bristal "hospitality with a higher purpose." We know you'll make an impactful difference. Because the difference is you. Come join us!
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Resident Care Assistants/Home Health Aides with a skillset and a heart for helping residents make the most of each day. In this position, you'll be a friendly and familiar face to our residents, providing hands-on care in a respectful and dignified manner. Your role is essential to the care and safety of residents who choose to call The Bristal home. The loving care you bring to the services you provide is fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.
Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem schedules available. HHA certificate a must.
Additional responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Assisting residents manage Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)</li>
<li>Escorting residents to meals and recreational activities</li>
<li>Supporting residents in achieving their highest level of physical, emotional and psycho-social well-being</li>
<li>Helping out as needed in the Wellness area to ensure the safety, comfort and wellbeing of our residents</li>
<li>Following all policies and procedures, and adhering to the instructions of the Nurse Shift Supervisor and the Director of Wellness</li>
<li>Assist with recreation activities</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Home Health Aide Certification</li>
<li>Experience assisting those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is a plus</li>
<li>Must be able to speak and read in English</li>
<li>Previous experience with geriatric population preferred, providing assistance with ADLs</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions and establish personal care routines</li>
<li>Basic understanding of dementia; patience and professionalism in redirecting residents</li>
<li>Ability to adjust to different personality types and situations in positive ways</li>
<li>Must always be reliable, caring and gentle in touch and demeanor</li>
<li>Maintain an abiding respect for the elderly and remain calm at all times</li>
</ul>

Resident Services Aide 11pm-7am

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
 Direct Support Professional - Residential
 
 
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 1200+ 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.
 
We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! 
 
In this position, you will:
 
· Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals
· Provide structure and emotional support 
· Assist in resolving behavioral issues
· Help people supported with personal hygiene needs 
· Complete detailed, accurate documentation 
· Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles 
 
We require:
 
· Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license 
· High School diploma or equivalent 
· Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. 
· Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications
· Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus
 
 
 
 
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
 
 Wed- Sun 12a- 8 am 40

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