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SalaryThis is a great opportunity to work for an Agency voted as One of the Best Places to Work in NY! We offer free training, very affordable benefits, a great work environment, opportunities for advancement and immediate placement. You must have have a valid NY State driver's license and a HS diploma/GED to be considered for this position. The individuals at this location are very medically frail and need help with their daily living skills. OPWDD Experience is a must for this role.
- The pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- One year’s experience working with people with developmental disabilities
- Six months’ supervisory experience preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Valid NY State Driver’s License required
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment road test and drive an agency vehicle
- OPWDD Experience is a must for this role.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide ongoing protective oversight to people living in the residence
- 24/7 On-Call accessibility
- Assist with scheduling, personnel related issues, training of residential staff and other delegated tasks
- Provide on-going supervision of residential staff
- Provide assistance and instruction for each person in basic activities of daily living
- Provide training and support for each person in accordance with person’s program plan
- Complete staff performance evaluations
- Participate as required at all IDT or Life Plan meetings and OPWDD surveys
- Be available to all staff for coaching and observation around Person Centered Supports
- Participate in the selection and evaluation of staff
- Successfully complete the AMAP course and annual recertification
- General lifting is required (ie: laundry, groceries etc.)
- Drive agency vehicles; demonstrate safe driving practices; participate in agency driver safety course
- Ensure cleanliness of vehicles; address any maintenance issues
- Responsible for NYS Vehicle Inspection and all routine maintenance of agency vehicles
- Conduct road tests with prospective and current employees on agency’s vehicle in accordance with Life’s WORC road test procedures.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment including a weekly walk-throughs with Residence Manager
- Properly use and maintain household equipment and appliances
- Attend all required meetings and trainings on time and prepared.
- Ensure for adherence to agency quality standards of operation; make decisions in conjunction with and in the absence of the Residence Manager that drive operational processes
- Become skilled with agency software (ie: Medisked, Outlook, Ultipro etc.)
- Responsible for adhering to agency policies (Cash Policy, Medisked Attestation etc.)
- Assist people supported in planning, coordinating and attending community integration/inclusion activities within their homes and community
- Adhere to agency quality standards of operation
- Adhere to paperwork time frame submissions
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Supervisory experience do you have?
- How many years experience do you have working in a residential setting for people with developmental disabilities?
- Please let us know if you need a special accommodation during the interview process due to a disability. If you do, HR will be in touch.
- REQUIRED RESPONSE: Please provide your personal email address.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
