Direct Support Professional

5 days ago

Canton, New York, United States Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional to join our team at the Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country. As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a vital role in providing direct care, assistance, and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in our Individual Residential Alternatives (IRAs) and the community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide high-quality care to individuals, ensuring their health and safety, and promoting their overall well-being.
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating person-centered plans that cater to individual preferences, needs, and interests.
  • Deliver direct care and teach individuals essential life skills, including personal care, nutrition, domestic skills, money management, and maintenance of adaptive and technological devices.
  • Follow healthcare treatment orders, administer medication, and educate individuals on fire and emergency safety procedures.
  • Engage in social, educational, vocational, and recreational activities with individuals, promoting their independence and participation in community life.
  • Maintain a clean and safe living environment, including the upkeep of residences, ramps, and walkways.
  • Document all interactions, transactions, and activities in cash ledgers and ensure receipts are obtained for purchases.
  • Transport individuals, utilizing Agency vehicles or personal vehicles when necessary, to carry out responsibilities and requests.
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with individuals' families and significant others, ensuring open communication and collaboration.
  • Work a flexible schedule, including mandated coverage and possible evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts, to meet the needs of individuals and the organization.
  • Complete and submit required paperwork, documentation, and records in a timely and accurate manner.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Successful completion of the Agency's orientation and training program.
  • Successful completion of Medication Certification training program.
  • NYS Driver's License with two years of driving experience required.
  • Acceptable motor vehicle abstract to meet Agency insurability standards.
  • Reliable personal vehicle for business use.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs, lift and support individuals with and without assistance, and shovel snow.
  • Physical strength to safely respond in the event of a behavior crisis.
  • Ability to operate personal and Agency vehicles.
  • Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
  • Some exposure to infectious diseases, hygiene issues, food, and other odors.
  • Able to tolerate atmospheric conditions when performing regular outdoor seasonal activities.
  • Ability to operate mechanical devices used by individuals.
Benefits

The Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country offers eligible employees excellent, affordable benefits options, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Term Life/AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(k), and other elective programs. We also provide generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, as well as paid holidays.

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