Direct Support Professional Residential Respite

The Arc Madison Cortland•Canastota, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional provides self-care training and assistance in daily living to individuals with developmental disabilities residing in a group respite setting. The Respite Center offers a six-bed home-like atmosphere with trained staff to ensure the best quality of care for individuals with disabilities. Individual stays run Thursday-Sunday where they will receive meals, activities, and trips within the community. Direct Support Professionals are the trained staff who provide 24-hour supervision, care, and guidance to residents. They assist with personal care needs, cleaning, cooking, medications, and activities. The Arc Madison Cortland is a non-profit agency whose sole purpose lies in the support of people with special needs. We provide leadership in the field of disabilities, supporting people in every manner possible, and developing the necessary human and financial resources to allow all members of our community to achieve their full potential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Valid NYS driver's license
12 months driving history

Nice To Haves

Six months to one-year related experience and or training preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides individualized care as outlined in the individuals Life Plan, or ISP.
Assists Individuals in the primary activities of daily living (toileting, feeding, cooking, cleaning) as outlined in individual's ISP to promote independence.
Maintains files and produces service notes and documentation on assigned caseload.
Documents and submits reports to the program as outlined in the assigned department.
Maximized consumer's social skills in order to enable him/her to live in their community by providing activities in a community setting.
Provide 24-hour supervision, care, and guidance to residents.
Assist with personal care needs, cleaning, cooking, medications, and activities.