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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Institute for Community Living (ICL) is a non-profit organization servicing the NYC-Metro area and for over 35 years, we’ve provided life-saving care to New Yorkers in need that includes but is not limited to addiction assistance, mental health services, and housing support for all. Proudly doing so, with integrity, love, and respect. Our goal is to have a positive and long-lasting impact on the lives of the people and communities we serve with the hope of providing the care, support, and attention they need.
So it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking a full-time (40 hours) candidate for the role of Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) to join our team!
By ICL definition, under the direct supervision of the Residence Mgr., Asst. Residence Mgr. and guidance of our Registered Nurse, a DSP I is responsible for providing various levels of support and services that involve, encouraging, guiding, teaching, and advocating for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD).
At all of our nine residential programs in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and The Bronx, we provide 24/7 on-site service in buildings with 4 to 14 occupants, providing program assistance to help promote the growth and independence of the individuals who live there. – To learn more about what DSPs do and their Core Competencies, please ‘Click Here’ for further info.
MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS &amp; PREFERENCES:
<ul>
<li>Location: Bronx, NY 10466</li>
<li>Available 5 Days min. b/w Monday to Sunday with options for O.T. – Shift: Days &amp; Hours TBD</li>
<li>VALID Driver’s License State ID – NY, NJ, CT, or PA State preferred but not mandatory</li>
<li>EDU: GED/HSE or higher and/or Certified DSP from an accredited public or private organization</li>
<li>EXP: 2+ years of DSP and/or Home Health Aid (HHA) experience – preferably in a residential setting</li>
<li>Proper attire at all times – this includes work pants, boots, and outer/inner-wear</li>
</ul>
ICL BENEFITS:
PLEASE NOTE: ICL Company Benefits are exclusive to employees working 20+ hours and EDU Leave is 40+ hours ONLY!
<ul>
<li>PAID Orientation and Training + Union</li>
<li>Choice of full and/or partial Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits (spousal and child coverage available too)</li>
<li>Life &amp; AD&amp;D Insurance + Medical Flexible Spending</li>
<li>Mental Health Services and Providers</li>
<li>Educational &amp; Parental Leave</li>
<li>Tuition &amp; Work-Life Assistance</li>
<li>Commuter Benefits Plan</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Matching 403B (non-profit)</li>
<li>Payroll Benefits: Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.</li>
<li>Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits</li>
<li>And many more…</li>
</ul>
If you feel that you’re a suitable candidate for this role and would like to join our organization, please submit your resume in response to this ad to contact a recruiter in HR for further related info to the role below or benefits above…
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Ability to maintain confidentiality of private information</li>
<li>Ability to stand, bend, kneel, squat, and stretch for long periods</li>
<li>Knowledge of maintenance and cleaning products, standards, and equipment usage</li>
<li>Ability to work in a setting with individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders</li>
<li>Ability to follow official policies and procedures regarding state and federal OPWDD regulations</li>
<li>Able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated clients – certain residencies, not all</li>
<li>Knowledge of active treatment plans, basic safety info, and skills related to socializing and caregiver needs</li>
<li>Strong communication, interpersonal, writing, and conveying skills – bi-lingual is a plus but not mandatory</li>
<li>Ability to safely operate a vehicle and drive clients from one location to another – company vehicle provided</li>
<li>Ability to perform physically demanding manual labor, including lifting clients and objects weighing up to 50+ lbs</li>
<li>Ability to follow all safety guidelines per the performance of the tasks mentioned below...</li>
</ul>
DSP I TASKS – ADMINISTRATIVE:
<ul>
<li>Potentially assist in the orientation and training of other staff</li>
<li>Assess individuals’ strengths, and provide a service-based response on each individual's skill level, needs, and preferences</li>
<li>Commune with other direct care staff, supervisors, or clinical staff to share info and obtain direction for specific assignments</li>
<li>Actively participate in staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reactions to various therapy programs; may openly suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan</li>
<li>As a member of the Program Planning Team (PPT), it is a DSP’s responsibility to observe, record, and report ALL behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc. to the staff supervisor in a prescribed format helping towards the development of individual programs and habilitation plans</li>
</ul>
DSP I TASKS – PERSONAL CARE:
<ul>
<li>Assist, teach, and reinforce in properly using and caring for eyeglasses, hearing aids, and prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioners</li>
<li>Assist, teach, and reinforce accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques using or concerning razors/shavers, incontinence care, menstrual care, dental care, and overall self-care as needed</li>
<li>Assist, teach, and reinforce individuals with personal hygiene care such as bathing, hair and nail care, toileting, grooming routines, and the use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye, and eardrops and assist in their use as needed as needed</li>
<li>Assist, teach, and reinforce individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering, and repair of clothing and accessories; help them shop for clothing, maintain an adequate supply of and account for personal clothing and possessions when socializing; aids in the selection, purchase, care, and use of age-appropriate personal belongings</li>
<li>Please Note: If pets are in the home, teach/assist with their feeding, grooming needs, and care as well unless you have a medical condition confirming you cannot do so otherwise</li>
</ul>
DSP I TASKS – MEDICAL CARE:
<ul>
<li>Assist with visits to health practitioners; prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations</li>
<li>Administer and teach individuals first aid treatments; and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques and perform other health-related techniques as required</li>
<li>Safely store medical supplies and ensure that all areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition for easy and safe access; report any abuse of medical treatment by individuals</li>
<li>Take records, and report temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors</li>
<li>Accompany individuals to medical, dental, and other health-related appointments; deliver prescriptions to the pharmacy, take medication to home site and log same; and instruct/observe individuals with the use of those substances</li>
<li>Administer prescribed medications and treatments; teach, observe, and report problems and progress in self-administration of medication programs; assist individuals in achieving more independence in the administration of such medications</li>
<li>Apply valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and help control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care; report unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor</li>
</ul>
DSP I TASKS – HOUSEHOLD CARE:
<ul>
<li>Safely store supplies and ensure that all areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition for easy and safe access; report all unsafe conditions for the following task below…</li>
<li>Maintenance – perform, teach, reinforce, and assist individuals with minor and routine indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs such as changing light bulbs, and fuses, replacing faucet washers; grounds keeping, and obtaining repair services for appliances – ie: automobiles, vans, mowers, etc.</li>
<li>Cleaning – perform, teach, reinforce, and assist individuals with routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, mopping, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming rugs, bed-making, both linen storage and replacement, trash cleaning/removal, and various household inventories</li>
<li>Culinary – teach and assist individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently; to eat in a family-style setting; model mealtime socialization skills; plan, shop, store, prepare, and serve meals using currently accepted nutritional standards; clean kitchen and dining areas, and dispose of leftover food safely</li>
<li>Fire Safety – perform, teach, reinforce, and assist individuals with proper fire safety procedures in the living unit; conduct fire drills following the fire evacuation plan; check to see that fire exits are clear; check fire equipment and report any malfunction; check to see that night-lights and exit signs are on, and windows locked</li>
</ul>
DSP I TASKS – IDD GROWTH &amp; SKILLS ASSISTANCE:
<ul>
<li>Accompany individuals and provide maximum support for community integration in social settings and programs such as cultural, religious, social, medical, and worksite events relating to the skills below…</li>
<li>Motor Skills – aids individuals through exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions</li>
<li>Mobility Skills – aids individuals in the development of their mobility skills; transports or arranges for transport of individuals to community events</li>
<li>Emotional Skills – aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, and teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger</li>
<li>Personal Skills – teach and reinforce principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan</li>
<li>Communication Skills – perform, teach, and reinforce the use of a variety of communication skills; aid them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others; communicate with individuals in their care, their families, and others who meet them</li>
<li>Financial Skills – teach money mgmt. principles; completes/aids in the completion of banking activities; provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in your care</li>
<li>Working Skills – perform, teach, and reinforce acceptable work habits – e., punctuality, dress, and grooming; enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals</li>
<li>Interpersonal &amp; Socializing Skills – develop/maintain positive relationships with their peers, families/relatives, and others in the community; plan, teach, supervise, and participate in a variety of seasonal community leisure and recreational activities and craft projects; conduct holiday celebrations selected by residents and staff; accompany individuals to both indoor and outdoor social outings – e: dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion</li>
<li>Perform other job-related tasks as assigned in an organized and respectful manner…</li>
</ul>
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Direct Support Professional I (76532904)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 "Urgently Hiring!! Looking to fill as soon as possible!!”
The salary for this position is $19.49 - $20.52 annually based
This position will be assigned to our Bronx Day Hab Locations
RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Complete required QSAC orientation.</li>
<li>Ensure health, safety &amp; welfare of individuals.</li>
<li>Implement and train others on treatment plans and goals.</li>
<li>Model appropriate techniques related to the implementation of treatment plans and goals.</li>
<li>Maintain all required certifications.</li>
<li>Supervise Group Leaders and Habilitation Specialists in the implementation of treatment plans and goals.</li>
<li>Maintain individual/family confidentiality.</li>
<li>Commitment to company values and adherence to policies.</li>
<li>Attendance and punctuality is essential.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management. </li>
</ul>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>High School diploma/GED required</li>
<li>Ability to run.</li>
<li>Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights 20 lb. items.</li>
<li>Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.</li>
<li>Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s). </li>
</ul>
Mission
QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.
Benefits
Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary </li>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff) </li>
<li>Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)</li>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 20+ days annually</li>
<li>Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)</li>
<li>Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff)</li>
<li>Opportunities for career advancement</li>
<li>Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.</li>
</ul>
 *This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.
To quick apply: Please send resumes to <a href="mailto:Jobs@qsac.com" target="_blank">Jobs@qsac.com</a>

Direct Support Staff Trainer - Day Habilitation Center - Bronx Day Hab Locations

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Mission
QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.
Annual Salary - 43,000 - 46,000
Job Summary 
The Group Leader is an experienced DSP responsible for the ongoing supervision of DSP Staff, and the accurate oversight and supervision of activity classrooms and individuals in their groups.
Supervision &amp; Administration 
<ul>
<li>Supervise Habilitation Specialists/DSPs</li>
<li>Implement, adhere to and train staff on established treatment plans</li>
<li>Maintain all required certifications (SCIP-R, AMAP, CPR, 1st AID)</li>
<li>Maintain classroom schedules</li>
<li>Handle client billing information (Individual Summary Sheet)</li>
<li>Complete daily and weekly homeroom attendance sheets</li>
<li>Complete monthly progress notes and recreation forms</li>
<li>Complete daily staff responsibility sheet</li>
<li>Complete worksite summary sheet</li>
<li>Fill out daily transportation log and mileage sheet</li>
<li>Handle emergencies as they arise</li>
</ul>
Transportation &amp; Communication
<ul>
<li>Transport individuals in agency vehicles as needed</li>
<li>Transport individuals to emergency medical appointments</li>
<li>Maintain communication with behavior evaluators (i.e. fill out ABC sheets, data sheets, and all required behavioral documentation)</li>
<li>Stress communication and team work with the group</li>
<li>Maintain individual /family confidentiality</li>
<li>Ensure health, safety &amp; welfare of individuals</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management</li>
</ul>
Qualifications and Work Experience 
<ul>
<li>Bachelors Degree required</li>
<li>1-2 year experience working with Developmental Disability/Autism populations required</li>
<li>Valid Driver’s License and good driving record is highly preferred</li>
<li>Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights &amp; 20 lb. items required</li>
<li>Punctuality and regular attendance is expected</li>
<li>Commitment to company values and adherence to policies is essential</li>
<li>Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s) required</li>
<li>Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served</li>
<li>Ability to run when needed</li>
</ul>
Benefits
Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.
<ul>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff)</li>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for full time staff)</li>
<li>Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for full time staff)</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts (for full time staff)</li>
<li>Defensive Driving pay incentive (for positions that require driving)</li>
<li>Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match for full-time employees</li>
<li>Paid Training in the field of human services and ABA</li>
<li>Opportunities for career advancement</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
</ul>
Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.
*This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.
QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.
To Apply: please send resume to <a href="mailto:jobs@qsac.com" target="_blank">jobs@qsac.com</a>
For quick apply: Please send your resume to <a href="mailto:jobs@qsac.com" target="_blank">jobs@qsac.com</a>

Senior Group Leader - Day Habilitation - Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Nassau and Suffolk county

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.
DSP 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
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.
<ul>
<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 reports any malfunction.</li>
<li>Conducts fire drills following the fire evacuation plan.</li>
</ul>

Direct Support Professional I-74532906

<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 Service 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.
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>
</ul>
Full-time schedule includes one weekend shift per week (Tues–Sat or Sun–Thurs). We have 3 shifts: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm and 11pm-7am.
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Certified Nursing Assistant, Personal Care Attendant or Home Health Aide</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 FT Sun, Mon, Fri & Sat 11p-7a

<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 Service 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.
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>
</ul>
Full-time schedule includes one weekend shift per week (Tues–Sat or Sun–Thurs). 
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Certified Nursing Assistant, Personal Care Attendant or Home Health Aide</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 - Full time: Tuesday-Saturday 11pm-7am

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
WORK SCHEDULE: On Call
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:
<ul>
<li> 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.</li>
<li> 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.</li>
<li> 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.</li>
<li> You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations.</li>
<li> In some of the residences, you must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated individuals.</li>
</ul>
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.

OC Direct Support Professional I (JH5329OC)

Resident Services Aide PT Sun, Tues & Sat 3p-11p

<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 FT (3pm-11pm Tuesday-Sat)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Summary 
QSAC is hiring a Residential Coordinator for our OPWDD-funded Residential Program for Manhattan, Queens, &amp; Long Island support. This essential position is responsible for the general support, coordination and supervision of Residential operations; supervising staff, and maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth and facilitates the development of independence of the people we support. Travel to multiple locations is required! 
The salary range for this position is $60,000-$68,000 annually.
Job Responsibilities
Compliance &amp; Operations
<ul>
<li>Ensure overall compliance in all Residential programs</li>
<li>Delegate specific tasks to Residence Manager and Shift Supervisors</li>
<li>Supervise Petty Cash at residences</li>
<li>Supervise individual’s personal banking accounts</li>
<li>Oversee Nurse and Medical Coordinator in administration of medical appointments</li>
<li>Maintain staff scheduling</li>
<li>Responsible for communicating concerns to client's families</li>
<li>Ensure that medical books are up-to date and accurately maintained</li>
<li>Coordinate recreation and activities for the individuals we support</li>
<li>Ensure individuals are receiving nutritional meals</li>
<li>Report maintenance issues to Director of Administration</li>
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Qualifications &amp; Education 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's Degree and substantial related experience is required</li>
<li>1-2 years’ experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities required</li>
<li>1 year of OPWDD experience is highly preferred</li>
<li>A minimum of 1 year supervisory work experience required</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license and good driving record required for site visits is required</li>
<li>1-2 years’ experience driving large passenger vehicle required</li>
<li>Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights &amp; 20 lb items.</li>
<li>Ability to run, if needed</li>
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Mission
QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.
Benefits 
QSAC benefits are some of the best and go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. 
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff) </li>
<li>Medical can be as low as $1 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff)</li>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff). Start with 24 days annually and progressively increase with each year of service</li>
<li>13 holidays and birthday off (for full time staff)</li>
<li>Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)</li>
<li>Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match </li>
<li>Opportunities for career advancement</li>
<li>Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.</li>
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Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.
QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.
To Apply: please send resume to <a href="mailto:jobs@qsac.com" target="_blank">jobs@qsac.com</a>
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