Residential/Day Hab Relief DSP
About The Position
Schenectady ARC has been providing services to developmentally disabled adults since 1952 and is committed to helping people within the Capital Region enjoy healthy, rewarding lives as members of their community. Schenectady ARC brings staff, families and community together to encourage dreams and respond to each person's life choices by offering high quality services, resources and supports. Position: Direct Support Professional ( Relief DSP) Compensation Range: $17/hr. - $18.39/hr. for Residential $16.10/hr .for Day Program Relief Hours: Residential Relief DSP's select their available hours each week (a certain minimum number of shifts required each month to maintain relief status) Day Habilitation Relief DSP's Can choose any number of hours Mon-Fri between 7:45am-4pm Residential Relief DSP's work in a residential setting assisting individuals served in becoming self-sufficient, self-advocating, and self-actualized individuals. Daily responsibilities include assisting individuals to achieve and exceed their personal goals, provide structure and emotional support, assist in the facilitation of resolving behavioral issues, assist individuals with personal hygiene, manage and dispense medication, complete detailed, accurate documentation as assigned. DSP’s must communicate effectively with individuals and their families. Cooking and light housekeeping may also be required. Day Habilitation Relief DSP's work at Maple Ridge Day Center to assist in any of the classrooms (based on need). Relief staff assist lunch coverages, goals and activities, ADL's including hygiene, Recreational activates, arts & crafts and greenhouse activities. Assist in all areas of daily living to facilitate social and interpersonal development, including meal prep, personal care and social development. Assist with the development and implementation of recreational and community activities Implement and comply with Individual Service Plans (ISP) and all plans of care Maintain clear and concise documentation of individuals’ activities including, but not limited to, medical notes, medication administration logs, incident reports, daily notes, etc. Must acquire and maintain valid medication certification and adhere to policies and procedures relevant to medication administration Safely transport individuals to work, educational and medical appointments or extra-curricular activities as required
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED (in lieu of diploma/equivalent, a passing score as outlined on standardized tests may be accepted)
- Valid NYS driver’s license which meets agency guidelines (when driving responsibilities are required)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in ID/DD field helpful
- Basic computer skills preferred
Responsibilities
- Residential Relief DSP's work in a residential setting assisting individuals served in becoming self-sufficient, self-advocating, and self-actualized individuals.
- Assist individuals to achieve and exceed their personal goals
- Provide structure and emotional support
- Assist in the facilitation of resolving behavioral issues
- Assist individuals with personal hygiene
- Manage and dispense medication
- Complete detailed, accurate documentation as assigned
- Communicate effectively with individuals and their families
- Cooking and light housekeeping may also be required
- Day Habilitation Relief DSP's work at Maple Ridge Day Center to assist in any of the classrooms (based on need).
- Assist lunch coverages, goals and activities, ADL's including hygiene, Recreational activates, arts & crafts and greenhouse activities.
- Assist in all areas of daily living to facilitate social and interpersonal development, including meal prep, personal care and social development.
- Assist with the development and implementation of recreational and community activities
- Implement and comply with Individual Service Plans (ISP) and all plans of care
- Maintain clear and concise documentation of individuals’ activities including, but not limited to, medical notes, medication administration logs, incident reports, daily notes, etc.
- Acquire and maintain valid medication certification and adhere to policies and procedures relevant to medication administration
- Safely transport individuals to work, educational and medical appointments or extra-curricular activities as required
Benefits
- Schenectady ARC cares about you and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family.
- Schenectady ARC offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement, generous paid time off and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
