Care Specialist for People with Developmental Disabilities

6 days ago


Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Abilities First Full time

About Us

Abilities First has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for almost sixty years. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services.

Salary

$16.55-$18.55 per hour

Job Description

We are seeking a full-time Care Specialist to work in our Day Habilitation Program. The successful candidate will assist individuals with developmental disabilities to maximize their personal and vocational potential in their center and community. This role requires providing direct care support and assisting in the implementation and documentation of each individual's program plan.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Deliver and document services, supports, safeguards, behavioral documentation, and activities identified by ISP/CFA and the Day Habilitation plan.
  2. Perform individual-specific personal care as required, including assistance with toileting, transferring, changing needs, handwashing, and oral care.
  3. Ensure active engagement and appropriate communication with staff and individuals.
  4. Assume responsibility for medication administration and accurate documentation.
  5. Develop a trusting and friendly rapport with individuals served while maintaining professional boundaries.
  6. Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities by interrupting and reporting suspected abuse to administration immediately.
  7. Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment in the center.
  8. Demonstrate proficiency in all goals and skillsets outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies.
  9. Provide transportation to individuals receiving services using agency vehicles.
  10. Ensure all required trainings and certifications are current.
  11. Exhibit qualities of a committed and professional employee, including respect toward others, striving for excellence, teamwork, and unity.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience working with the developmentally disabled population or any combination of training and experience qualifying the candidate for the position.
  • Basic computer skills required.
  • Current NYS driver's license deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier.
  • SCIP R certification, Medication Administration certification, CPR certification, and SFA certification or ability to achieve certification required.

Benefits

  • Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support.
  • On-demand payment – access earnings as early as the next day.
  • Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.


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