Direct Support Professional - Weekend Floater

CP Rochester, Happiness House and Rochester Rehabi • Rochester, NY

12h • $18 - $20

About The Position

Provides safety and supervision of all individuals focusing on fulfilling the Agency's Mission, Vision and Values and providing services which meet or exceed the goals of the individual, department and the agency. The Floater position provides weekend coverage to IRA's as assigned to various houses, depending upon the need - flexibility is essential.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid and clean NYS driver's license.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must obtain and maintain Medical Certification.
• Ability to complete required training classes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with special needs population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements health-related and medication regimens for all consumers in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Implements behavior treatment plans as written, following documentation protocol as required.
• Accompanies residents to off-site locations/activities, helping them to access and utilize community resources (i.e. grocery shopping, recreation, entertainment, medical appointments, banking, etc.).
• Assists residents with planning and accessing recreational and social activities.
• Provides input regarding assessment and capabilities for team meetings/progress updates, etc.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Acts as a role model for program participants by interacting with others in a professional and respectful manner, dressing appropriately, and using good personal hygiene.
• Maintains necessary documentation as required and per agency policies.
• Communicates regularly with agency personnel to provide opportunities for exchange of information and discussion of concerns.
• Provides feedback to Supervisor regarding resident and/or facility concerns.
• Assists residents in working toward achievement of their goals, while ensuring adherence to applicable Behavioral Support Plans.
• Manages crisis situations per agency policies and procedures, contacting Administrator on-call as necessary.
• Helps to ensure a positive appearance of the facility by assisting with site inspections, timely reporting of maintenance needs, performs general housekeeping and home maintenance activities, etc.
• Creates opportunities for, and encourages individuals to make as many decisions as possible, ranging from basic choices, such as food and clothing, to long term planning of life goals.
• Ensures individual care meets or exceeds established standards in areas including personal hygiene, grooming, feeding, care and respect for individual's belongings, room cleaning, and other daily living skills.
• Provides emergency and first aid treatment, within their scope of training, as needed until relieved by other staff, a professional medical person, or other designated person.
• Provides emergency and first aid treatment, within their scope of training, as needed until relieved by other staff, a professional medical person, or other designated person.
• Attends all departmental or other related meetings for those individuals assigned to him/her.
• Participates and acts as a contributing member in the development and maintenance of person-centered Res Hab plans.
• Implements and monitors Res Hab Plans as scheduled.
• Participates in the team decision-making process and carries out decisions consistently.
• Presents a positive and professional public image.
• Has a polite and professional interaction with individuals, families, staff, and members of the community.
• Attends all required training and any other training as assigned by supervisor.
• Participates in conferences, workshops and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.
• Adheres to agency's policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical (full-time only) / Dental / Vision Insurance
• 17 days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 403(b) and/or ROTH Retirement Plan with employer match
• Additional Insurance Offerings - Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Specified Disease Insurance w/ Cancer Rider, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
• Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (high deductible medical plan)
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement plus a 25% Tuition Discount for benefit-eligible Employees and Family Members at Roberts Wesleyan College

What This Job Offers

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