Start a fulfilling career that makes a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. We have a variety of full and part-time jobs available and are looking for candidates who are eager to learn. Our employees receive a range of benefits including health insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401K, generous paid time-off and continuing education support!Summary: Under the direction of the Residential Manager, assists the overall operation of an Arc residence, including providing on-site supervision of direct support staff to include week nights, holidays and week-end hours based on program needs.Essential Functions:
- Assist in the implementation of the Life Plan and Staff Action Plan as developed for each person supported by his/her family advocate and Care Coordinator.
- Ensure that the medical needs of people supported are met by assisting with medical appointment coordination and follow up as needed.
- Assist in the completion of accurate paperwork to maintain compliance with OPWDD requirements and agency policies and procedures.
- Ensure residential habilitation services are documented in accordance with the agency and OPWDD requirements.
- Work under the direction of the Residential Manager for hiring, orientation and ongoing training, supervision and evaluation of all direct support staff.
- Under the direction of the Residential Manager, schedules direct support staff, ensuring that the number and types of staff assigned are adequate to meet the needs of the individuals supported.
- Become certified in medical administration and maintain certification on an annual basis.
- Provide direct support services, as needed.
- Assist in ensuring that adequate and appropriate recreational activities in the community and scheduled for people year-round.
- Coordinate transportation as needed.
- Ensure that the nutritional needs of individuals are met.
- Participates in Corporate Compliance and quality assurance and improvement activities as required.
- Demonstrates adherence to the DSP Code of Ethics & Core Competencies.
- Support the Brand Platform of the Agency by incorporating the brand personalities - Competent, Dedicated, Professional, Caring and Innovative - throughout your daily work.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Non-Essential Functions:
- Supports best practices and changing service delivery in response to changing consumer and/or staff needs.
- Strives for satisfaction from people served as well as employees.
- At all times, meets or exceeds professional standards as defined by position, agency and regulatory bodies.
- Participates in agency meetings as needed to further enhance service role and identify needs.
- Professionally conducts self in promoting, contributing to, and implementing the mission, philosophy and policies of the Agency.
- Interactions with people supported, their families, employees and in the community are to be respectful and demonstrate professionalism, courtesy and consideration.
- Agency, people supported, and employee confidentiality are maintained at all times.
- Serves on agency committees as assigned/requested.
Reporting Responsibilities: Residential ManagerSupervisory Responsibilities: Direct support staff on assigned shift.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Requires attentive listening skills, excellent oral and written communication skills and good reading abilities.
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to maintain composure during emergency/conflict situations and be able to use sound judgment in decision making.
- Ability to relate to people of different abilities, backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to work independently.
Physical & Mental Requirements:
- Be physically able to assist individuals in transferring from wheelchair to other seat when needed.
- May be required to prevent an adult from falling, assisting an adult to his/her feet, etc.
- Walk up and down stairs.
- Shovel and remove snow and ice from walkways and driveways when necessary.
Working Conditions:
- Will be required to use additional office equipment, i.e., phone, copier, fax, in addition to household appliances, i.e., washer/dryer, stove/oven, refrigerator, etc.
- Work may require offsite travel to appointments, events, or outings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one years' experience with individuals with I/DD
- Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide preferred.
- Valid NYS Driver's License with a safe driving record per agency policy.
- Prior supervisory experience preferred.