RESIDENTIAL UNIT SPECIALIST - 67032416

State of Florida•Gainesville, FL

2d•$34,760 - $38,236•Onsite

About The Position

The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) works in partnership with local communities to support people with developmental disabilities in living, learning, and working in their communities. APD provides critical services and support for customers with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. The Agency serves people with spina bifida, autism, Down syndrome, children ages 3-5 at high risk of developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, Prader-Willi syndrome, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. There is no charge or co-payment for services provided through the Agency. www.apdcares.org Join APD’s TACACHALE and be part of the team that MAKES A DIFFERENCE – NOT JUST A LIVING, impacting the lives of developmentally disabled adults! The primary function of this position is to provide direct support and services to residents in the implementation of their individualized active treatment plans as prescribed by their Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) while maintaining their overall safety and well-being.

Requirements

A valid Florida Driver’s License.
If hired with an out-of-state license a valid Florida State driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days.
Corrective Lenses Restricted license are acceptable provided the driver wears the corrective lenses while operating a state vehicle.
Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency.
Must be willing to work beyond the normal work schedule to maintain minimum coverage levels and meet the needs of the Agency.
Must maintain certification in Prevention and Safety Strategies, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Direct Care In-Service.
Must be able to physically operate all equipment necessary to do job tasks.
Must be willing and able to provide “hands-on” assistance to residents with activities of daily living to include: personal hygiene and grooming, such as bathing, toileting, and dressing.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Must be able to work 16 hour shifts as needed.
Must be able to assist with evacuation of residents during an emergency.
Must be about to work around cleaning supplies.
Must be able to bend, twist, turn, kneel, stoop, squat, push, pull, lift and walk extended distances.
Knowledge of using appropriate safety techniques in personal hygiene, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
Knowledge and ability to understand and apply the methods and practices used in medical, psychiatric, nursing, or childcare or working with developmentally disabled persons
Ability to understand procedures and complete reports.
Ability to read, teach and implement residents’ support plans, formal and informal programs/interventions.
Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to work in a home-like setting
Ability to implement prescribed treatment plans including behavior modification activities.
Ability to instruct others in recreational activities.

Responsibilities

Implements approved and scheduled active treatment and skill acquisition programs for residents daily and consistently. Utilizes approved policies and procedures, protocols and training modules to ensure residents’ safety and privacy. Provides supervision and training for residents across all settings. Maintains reports and suggests improvements as appropriate.
Transport and/or escorts residents, to ensure their safety and well-being. Provides care for residents during overnight stays in hospital (until admitted), as directed.
Follows approved individualized behavior support plans utilizing approved intervention strategies. Follows occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech therapy programs and profiles as prescribed.
Implements appropriate recreation and leisure activities for residents.
Communicates with staff during shift change regarding significant resident related information. Accurately documents resident information, provides valuable input, makes suggestions for improvements and participates in meetings and discussions concerning residents’ needs, goals and objectives.
Ensures residents’ clothing and personal possessions are checked daily. Completes residents’ Personal Possession Inventory accurately and monthly as assigned.
Performs appropriate first aid for residents’ injuries and illnesses as the situation warrants. Accurately completes Incident Reports and documents illnesses and injuries within one (1) hour of occurrence and maintains compliance with policies and procedures related to reporting resident injuries.
Remains on duty at the end of the shift until proper staffing is in place for the oncoming shift, or until released by supervisory or management staff. Remain on duty, including working the next shift, if needed to ensure adequate staffing, as directed by supervisory or management staff.
Attend mandatory and in-service training as required, and other staff meetings as necessary. Completes annual health screening.