The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY
Direct Support Professional- Residential
The Arc Greater Hudson Valley NY, Monticello Village, Virginia, United States
Direct Support Professional- Residential
Overview: The ARC of the Greater Hudson Valley is seeking Direct Support Professionals-Residential in Sullivan County and Orange County, NY.
Responsibilities
Provide training and guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living skills in a group home setting.
Review, understand and follow each individual's plan of protective oversight and Individual Service Plan.
Supervise individuals as indicated by plans to ensure safety.
Assist with and/or monitor Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, showering, toileting, personal care, dressing, etc.
Converse with individuals to reinforce positive behaviors and promote social interaction.
Prepare food for prescribed diets and assist/monitor individuals while eating.
Reposition individuals in beds or chairs as needed.
Assist in ambulation and/or transfers with individuals throughout the day.
Assist in transporting individuals to and from daily programs and community outings.
Escort and assist individuals within community settings.
Respond to individuals to prevent injury to themselves and others.
Observe and document individuals' behaviors, eating patterns, personal care, etc., to facilitate assessment and development of treatment goals.
Attend to routine health-care needs of individuals under supervision of medical personnel.
Assist/perform household activities: cooking, cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, shopping, etc.
Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the individuals.
Assist other team members when the opportunity presents itself, or when requested by another team member or assist in emergency situations and routine fire drills.
Inspect equipment for malfunction/desrepair.
Communicate questions, concerns or issues to appropriate personnel.
Complete all necessary documentation on a daily basis before leaving shift.
Perform CPR & 1st aid as needed.
Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license with 12 months driving experience.
High School diploma/GED preferred.
One year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
Salary & Shift Full-time, 40 hours a week, $18.05 per hour (plus $2 per hour differential for evening shift; $1 per hour differential for overnight shift).
Contact Apply by contacting Liberty Apostolides by email at lapostolides@arcghvny.org and applying online at https://arcghvny.org/careers/jobs.html
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Responsibilities
Provide training and guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living skills in a group home setting.
Review, understand and follow each individual's plan of protective oversight and Individual Service Plan.
Supervise individuals as indicated by plans to ensure safety.
Assist with and/or monitor Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, showering, toileting, personal care, dressing, etc.
Converse with individuals to reinforce positive behaviors and promote social interaction.
Prepare food for prescribed diets and assist/monitor individuals while eating.
Reposition individuals in beds or chairs as needed.
Assist in ambulation and/or transfers with individuals throughout the day.
Assist in transporting individuals to and from daily programs and community outings.
Escort and assist individuals within community settings.
Respond to individuals to prevent injury to themselves and others.
Observe and document individuals' behaviors, eating patterns, personal care, etc., to facilitate assessment and development of treatment goals.
Attend to routine health-care needs of individuals under supervision of medical personnel.
Assist/perform household activities: cooking, cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, shopping, etc.
Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the individuals.
Assist other team members when the opportunity presents itself, or when requested by another team member or assist in emergency situations and routine fire drills.
Inspect equipment for malfunction/desrepair.
Communicate questions, concerns or issues to appropriate personnel.
Complete all necessary documentation on a daily basis before leaving shift.
Perform CPR & 1st aid as needed.
Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license with 12 months driving experience.
High School diploma/GED preferred.
One year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
Salary & Shift Full-time, 40 hours a week, $18.05 per hour (plus $2 per hour differential for evening shift; $1 per hour differential for overnight shift).
Contact Apply by contacting Liberty Apostolides by email at lapostolides@arcghvny.org and applying online at https://arcghvny.org/careers/jobs.html
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