Residential Direct Support Professional

1 week ago

Canton, United States The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Full time
Job Details

Job Location
St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY

Position Type
Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level
High School

Salary Range
$16.22 - $20.04 Hourly

Job Shift
Any

Description

Sign on Bonus- $650, Full time is payable after 3 months of $300 and $350 after 6 months. Part time is half the amount.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work- Flexible to the needs of the program. 40 hours for Full Time, 20 hour minimum for Part Time or 15 hour minimum for Sub

Qualifications - High School Diploma or equivalency preferred. Experience working with persons with a developmental disability preferred.

Relevant Certifications - Valid/acceptable NYS driver's license.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance - Authorized to work in the United States and pass all background clearances.

Summary/Objective
  • Assist in coordination of the people we support residential program, stressing independence, integration, individualization, and productivity with emphasis on the person's choice.
  • Be aware of the person-centered approach and incorporate it into training.
  • Must be progressive and proactive in providing for, arranging for, supervising and documenting services to the people we support to promote growth toward increasing levels of independence.
  • Support the goals, objectives, and philosophy of the agency.
  • Will support the Agency's values by working with measurable signs of PRIDE.
Essential Functions - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  1. Assist the people we support in buying necessary household equipment and in management of personal funds, purchases and disbursements; and assist in acclimation to the environment of the house.
  2. Assist the people we support in proper nutrition, meal planning and preparation as well as grocery shopping, and provide training as needed in these areas as outlined on the service plan.
  3. Provide guidance and instruction to the people we support in cleaning of the residence, general domestic tasks and upkeep of their rooms and property, and ensure physical plant is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.
  4. Provide guidance to the people we support in available leisure time activities; assist in arranging or providing transportation. All staff shall be cleared by the transportation department to drive an agency vehicle and maintain their driving certification. If hired as non-driver or certification is lost, there will be a reduction in pay.
  5. Shall conduct and document fire drills as prescribed by regulation and policy.
  6. Shall communicate all person's supported and household supply needs to the Residence Manager.
  7. Shall participate in staff meetings and other discussions regarding the person's and household needs and the CR/IRA program in general.
  8. Participate actively when crisis intervention is required. Responsible for the implementation and follow through of all ADL, interpersonal skill training and/or behavioral support programs for the people we support, as directed by the Residence Manager and outlined in the person's support plans. Staff shall document in a timely fashion prescribed programs as directed, assisting the Residence Manager/QIDP. Documentation will be completed the same day as program implementation and accurately written to reflect person's progress.
  9. If designated by Residence Manager, shall be required to administer medications as directed by physicians' orders and agency policy after successfully completing the OPWDD approved medication course and be required to maintain said certification.
  10. Shall attend, and demonstrate proficiency by written examination on all required in-services by achieving 80% competency on the exams.
  11. Shall report any illness or accident, or changes, or problems in the person's medical status to the on-call nurse or administrator and shall use the appropriate documentation procedure and follow instructions as given. Nursing Notes will be completed daily to reflect monitoring of Resident's health status.
  12. Shall write incident reports (GER's)as defined by Incident Review Procedures.
  13. Ensure the needs of the people we support are being met, taking into account integration, individualization, independence and productivity with emphasis on the person's choice, while ensuring their safety and welfare. Promote the five governing principles in improving the lives of the residents.
  14. Shall communicate to the Residence Manager or Assistance Residence Manager all matters concerning the person's support program and physical plant. This is to be done through the use of a daily log or contact as necessary.
  15. Shall be required to accept temporary or permanent transfers within the department as necessary, in order to meet the needs of the person's served.
  16. Remain aware of and follow policies and procedures as outlined in the Functional Plan pertinent to the assigned work site.
  17. All CR/IRA staff will be responsible for documenting service plan documentation per regulations and training. This includes all programming, nursing services, clinical services and self-care.
  18. Shall monitor the people we support during their sleeping hours as required and attend to any and all of their needs. Each individual and bedroom must be observed and documented per bed check log and team recommendations.
  19. Shall perform cleaning duties on a daily basis as required on the cleaning schedule and any other duties as assigned by the Residence Manager. Shall complete all cleaning logs and physical plant checklists as designated.
  20. If designated by the Residence Manager, shall be required to act as designated in charge in the absence of the Residence Manager.
  21. Shall be aware of and follow correct procedures for the use of personal funds, ensuring proper purchasing and documentation.


Competencies -
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Time Management
  • Work Independently
  • Operate various cleaning machines
  • Communication with Management
Supervisory Responsibility - None

Travel - Travel is expected for this position, as needed, to locations in Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties to ensure community activities for the people we support, attend outings, appointments and trainings.

Work Environment - This job operates out of the home of the people we support. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as standard household equipment.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Other Duties - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully. I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs.

AAP/EEO Statement- The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence has and will continue to provide all employees and applicants' equal opportunity in the manner provided by law in all aspects of employment regardless of their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, or marital status. These individuals will be recruited, referred for hiring consideration, and employed with regard to the positive and appropriate utilization of their skills and capabilities. Qualified employees will be afforded non-discriminatory consideration for promotion and job advancement, and there will be no discrimination with regard to assignments, rates of pay, promotions, transfers, training, termination, accessibility, working conditions, and benefits.

Wage Range- $16.22-$20.04/ hour, based on education and experience

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications are a High School Diploma or equivalency. Experience working with people diagnosed with a developmental and/or intellectual disability would be preferred. Good oral and written communication skills required.

Position Summary: Assist in coordination of the people we support residential program, stressing independence, integration, individualization, and productivity with emphasis on the persons choice. Be aware of the person centered approach and incorporate it into training. Must be progressive and proactive in providing for, arranging for, supervising and documenting services to the people we support to promote growth toward increasing levels of independence

Some functions of the position:
  • Assist the people we support in proper nutrition, meal planning and preparation as well as grocery shopping, and provide training as needed in these areas as outlined on the service plan.
  • Provide guidance and instruction to the people we support in cleaning of the residence, general domestic tasks and upkeep of their rooms and property, and ensure physical plant is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.
  • Provide guidance to the people we support in available leisure time activities
  • Shall participate in staff meetings and other discussions regarding the persons and household needs and the CR/IRA program in general.
  • Ensure the needs of the people we support are being met, taking into account integration, individualization, independence and productivity with emphasis on the persons choice, while ensuring their safety and welfare. Promote the five governing principles in improving the lives of the residents.

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran/Disabled

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