MEDICAL COUNSELOR (Babylon, NY)
About The Position
The Medical Counselor supports individuals with developmental disabilities who need assistance with activities of daily living. The role includes providing protective oversight, implementing active treatment, and delivering training and support in accordance with each individual’s program plan. The position also coordinates medical care and appointment information with the Nurse and Manager, supports individuals during medical and dental visits, and assists with maintaining a clean and safe residence. The role requires driving agency vans and may require work beyond the normal shift. Adult lifting is required using a two-person lift and equipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (HS diploma/GED).
- Valid New York State driver’s license.
- At least six months’ experience with Life’s WORC or a similar agency as a Support Counselor, or in another health-related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift adult individuals using a two-person lift and equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with persons with developmental disabilities is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Accompany and advocate for individuals at medical and dental appointments and emergency room visits.
- Schedule medical appointments in coordination with the Nurse and Manager.
- Maintain a medical appointment calendar in coordination with the Nurse and Manager.
- Meet weekly with the Nurse and Manager to coordinate information brought to and from appointments.
- Provide ongoing protective oversight to individuals living in the residence.
- Implement active treatment.
- Assist and instruct individuals in basic activities of daily living.
- Provide training and support in accordance with each individual’s program plan.
- Perform daily checks of medication and supplies.
- Successfully complete the AMAP course and annual recertification for administration purposes.
- Provide scheduling flexibility as needed and work beyond the normal shift when required.
- Drive agency vans equipped with GPS monitoring systems and demonstrate safe driving practices.
- Help maintain a clean and safe environment, including proper use and maintenance of household equipment and appliances.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
