DSP

In Flight, Inc•Valatie, NY

14h•$20 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

At In Flight, Inc., we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life. In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Be part of a workplace where your ideas matter, your hard work is recognized, and every shift offers the chance to make someone’s day brighter. Including YOU! Want a work life balance? At In Flight, we provide a schedule that helps manage the important things that matter to you. We offer split shifts! You do not have to work entire weekend. Need Saturday off take the Front End Sunday 9am-11pm, Monday- Wednesday 3pm-11pm. Need Sunday off take the back end Thursday and Friday 3pm-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm. Need an overnight we have those too. 11pm-9am. Per diem we’ve got you covered too. Apply to Ad! Our shifts are: 30 hours, 38 hours, 40 hours. Welcome to the Kinderhook IRA! We are located in Valatie and have an incredibly special group of individuals who are happy to have you if you can give that extra TLC. Do you pay attention to details? Do you work well in a structured routine environment? If you love working with a population that needs your CNA, HHA experience then APPLY! But you need to be able to be on the go. Our folks really love to get out too. You have to be ready, willing, and able to visit parks, museums, and shop! The folks at Kinderhook love to get around. If this is your ideal job then you have found your new work place! Hit the Apply to Ad and let’s get you to work on your new career at In Flight! The Direct Support Professional is responsible for ensuring that services are provided within the standards established by the department and the agency. They must understand commitment to, and respect for people being served, their family members and the agency’s mission. They are responsible to ensure that the services provided are geared to promote personal growth, skill acquisition, and community inclusion. These services must be meaningful to the people served and encourage and respect their choices. Hours are variable based on the needs of the person receiving services; some overtime and shift coverage is necessary.

Requirements

Required- High School Diploma or GED
Acceptable driver’s license based on insurance company regulations.
Pass NYS and OPWDD background clearances.
Attend In Flight orientation located in Red Hook.

Nice To Haves

CNA, HHA experience
Medication certification
Ability to document and track information.
Computer knowledge.
Ability to observe and give feedback.
Communication skills- written and oral.
Detail orientated.
Collaborative

Responsibilities

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of people in the program
Complete Residential Habilitation documentation in a timely fashion and ensure implementation of staff service actions.
Provides nutritious, balanced meals based on the house menu. Encourage and assist individuals to participate in shopping and food preparation
Complete daily routines with regard to chores, housekeeping, maintenance of ADL kits, and active treatment. Alert Residence Manager when more ADL or program supplies are needed.
Implement community integration and involvement based on the Residential Habilitation (Res Hab) plans of each individual.
Ensure that the residence is maintained with a high level of cleanliness and respect for the people that reside there.
Address all crisis situations, and medical emergencies in accordance with agency policy
Upon completion of the medication administration course, Maintains Med Certification and dispenses medications as assigned.
Assist with personal care and health-related needs. Comply with the guidance provided by the Supervisor, Residence Manager and the Nursing Department.
Assist with maintenance of residence files and inventories as needed.
Will implement all Behavioral Management progress and required.
Represent the agency in a positive manner to other staff, agencies, the community, service providers, and on the internet including email and social media sites.
Comply with and implement practices in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Provide transportation to and assist at medical appointments and lab work. Provide transportation to and from activities which are person centered including church, home visits, individual and group outings.
Perform any other work-related duties as requested by supervisor(s) and/or Executive Director or their designee.