ADAPT of the Hudson Valley
Sr. Direct Support Professional
ADAPT of the Hudson Valley, Model City, New York, United States
Overview
Under general supervision, the Senior Direct Support Professional is responsible for devoting attention to the care and development of residents in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. The role fosters dignity and learning, helping residents achieve greater independence and creating a homelike atmosphere. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of residents. Ensures that all measures for safety and well‑being are maintained at the highest level. Trains residents in activities of daily living and in the development of self‑help and social skills. Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residence facility. Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in‑service training. Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Resident Progress Notes and other reports as assigned. Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents, by taking quick and decisive action. Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse and reports observations of co‑workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures. Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and resident history in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first‑aid practices. Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if the situation warrants it. If an emergency causes a resident to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to restrain the resident in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines. Transports residents in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor appointments, etc. Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies. Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs. Participates fully as a member of the interdisciplinary plan. Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information and maintains written logs for recording daily activities. Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment. Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program. Dispenses prescribed medications to residents after successful completion of a medication administration course and in line with Agency protocol. AMAPs are supervised by the residence nurse in all areas related to medication administration. Completes all activities related to skill building as outlined in individual program plans. Attends to personal hygiene needs of residents (toileting, bathing and changing) as the situation warrants. Qualifications
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, residents and their families. Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures. Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED required. Six months of related experience is preferred but not required. Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at the time of hire or within six months of hire in salaried status.
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Under general supervision, the Senior Direct Support Professional is responsible for devoting attention to the care and development of residents in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. The role fosters dignity and learning, helping residents achieve greater independence and creating a homelike atmosphere. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of residents. Ensures that all measures for safety and well‑being are maintained at the highest level. Trains residents in activities of daily living and in the development of self‑help and social skills. Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residence facility. Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in‑service training. Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Resident Progress Notes and other reports as assigned. Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents, by taking quick and decisive action. Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse and reports observations of co‑workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures. Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and resident history in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first‑aid practices. Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if the situation warrants it. If an emergency causes a resident to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to restrain the resident in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines. Transports residents in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor appointments, etc. Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies. Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs. Participates fully as a member of the interdisciplinary plan. Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information and maintains written logs for recording daily activities. Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment. Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program. Dispenses prescribed medications to residents after successful completion of a medication administration course and in line with Agency protocol. AMAPs are supervised by the residence nurse in all areas related to medication administration. Completes all activities related to skill building as outlined in individual program plans. Attends to personal hygiene needs of residents (toileting, bathing and changing) as the situation warrants. Qualifications
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Good oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, residents and their families. Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures. Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED required. Six months of related experience is preferred but not required. Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at the time of hire or within six months of hire in salaried status.
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