Day Hab Direct Support Professional

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence • Watertown, NY

41d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Assist in the coordination of the total day program for the people we support, stressing independence, inclusion, and individualization with an emphasis on the person’s choice. A person-centered philosophy will be maintained. Must be progressive and proactive in providing for, arranging for, supervising, and documenting services to people we support to assist with promoting growth toward increasing levels of independence. Complete all required documentation in a timely fashion and in accordance with established agency guidelines and procedures. Will support the Agency’s values by working with measurable signs of PRIDE. Support the goals, objectives, and philosophy of the agency.

Requirements

• Valid/acceptable New York State Driver’s License
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Good oral and written communication skills required.
• Must be progressive and proactive in providing for, arranging for, supervising and documenting services to people we support to assist with promoting growth toward increasing levels of independence.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely fashion and in accordance with established agency guidelines and procedures.
• Support the goals, objectives, and philosophy of the agency.
• All support staff shall be cleared by the transportation department to drive an agency vehicle and maintain their driving certification.
• If hired as non-driver or certification is lost, there will be a reduction in pay.
• Shall attend, and demonstrate proficiency by written examination on all required in-services by achieving 80% competency on the exams.
• Shall write incident reports as defined by Incident Review Procedures.
• Support staff will be required to accept temporary or permanent transfers within the department as necessary, in order to meet the needs of people we support.
• Remain aware of and follow policies and procedures as outlined in the Functional Plan pertinent to the assigned work site.
• Shall perform cleaning duties on a daily basis as required on the cleaning schedule and any other work responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Habilitation Supervisor.
• Shall be aware of and follow correct procedures for the use of personal money for people we support and program funds for the Day Habilitation program.
• Participate with bus aide duty, as assigned.
• Provide assistance and behavioral support to ensure safe transport of all people we support.
• Assist people we support on and off the vehicle if required.
• Assist people we support with seat belts when applicable.
• If negative behavioral situations occur during transport, monitor safety in accordance with SCIP-R procedures.
• Assist driver during an emergency as per established emergency guidelines.
• Perform a walk-through of the vehicle at completion of each run to establish all persons and their belongings are off the vehicle.
• When using Agency vehicles to transport people to and from day program or any community activity, support staff will ensure vehicle is clean, wheelchair straps have been placed in proper area and the vehicle is in good repair and operational order.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required in-services, including van certification.
• Ethical Conduct.
• Time Management.
• Work independently
• Communication with Management

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Experience working with people diagnosed with a developmental and/or intellectual disability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete all required documentation in a timely fashion, ensuring that all services are documented and consistent with Waiver requirements and agency policy.
• Assist people we support in achieving their valued outcomes and life goals, and promote the development of functional skills.
• Provide guidance to people we support with community activities; assist in arranging or providing transportation.
• Support staff will assist with documenting fire drills as outlined by regulation and departmental procedure.
• Communicate all needs of people we support to the QIDP, Assistant Habilitation Supervisor, and Habilitation Program Coordinator.
• Participate in support staff meetings and other discussions regarding program needs and the needs of people we support.
• Promote community inclusion and relationships with non-disabled people as the focus of the program.
• Provide adequate protective oversight at all times.
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and appropriate learning environment.
• Assist people we support when crisis intervention may be necessary.
• Implement and follow through on all ADL, interpersonal skill training, and/or support programs for people in the Day Habilitation program, as directed by the QIDP and outlined in each person’s service plans.
• If designated, administer medications as directed by physicians’ orders and agency policy after successfully completing the OPWDD approved medication course and maintain said certification.
• Attend and demonstrate proficiency by written examination on all required in-services by achieving 80% competency on the exams.
• Report any illness or accident, or changes, or problems in a person’s medical status to the nurse and use the appropriate documentation procedure and follow instructions.
• Write incident reports as defined by Incident Review Procedures.
• Communicate all matters concerning the physical plant to the Assistant Habilitation Supervisor and Habilitation Program Coordinator.
• Accept temporary or permanent transfers within the department as necessary, in order to meet the needs of people we support.
• Remain aware of and follow policies and procedures as outlined in the Functional Plan pertinent to the assigned work site.
• Perform cleaning duties on a daily basis as required on the cleaning schedule and any other work responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Habilitation Supervisor.
• If designated by the Habilitation Program Coordinator, act as designated in charge in the absence of the Assistant Habilitation Supervisor.
• Be aware of and follow correct procedures for the use of personal money for people we support and program funds for the Day Habilitation program. Ensure proper purchasing of items and correct documentation on all ledgers.
• Participate with bus aide duty, as assigned.
• Provide assistance and behavioral support to ensure safe transport of all people we support.
• Assist people we support on and off the vehicle if required.
• Assist people we support with seat belts when applicable.
• If negative behavioral situations occur during transport, monitor safety in accordance with SCIP-R procedures.
• Assist driver during an emergency as per established emergency guidelines.
• Perform a walk-through of the vehicle at completion of each run to establish all persons and their belongings are off the vehicle.
• When using Agency vehicles to transport people to and from day program or any community activity, ensure the vehicle is clean, wheelchair straps have been placed in the proper area, and the vehicle is in good repair and operational order. Report all concerns to supervisor/administrator and Transportation Department immediately.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required in-services, including van certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED