Top 1 Habilitation specialist Jobs in Leicester, Ny

Community Prevoc South - DSP-FT-GLOW
Arc GLOW —Leicester, NY
- $19.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Community Prevoc South - DSP-FT-GLOW
Arc GLOW —Leicester, NY
Valid NYS driver’s license with a safe driving record per agency policy. As necessary, become certified in medication administration and maintain certification…
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Valid driver's license, driver’s abstract, and auto insurance. Bachelor's degree in a related field from a four-year college or university.
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Community Prevoc South - DSP-FT-GLOW

Arc GLOW -
Leicester, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$19.25 an hour
3 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Start a fulfilling career that makes a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. We have a variety of full and part-time jobs available and are looking for candidates who are eager to learn. Our employees receive a range of benefits including health insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401K, generous paid time-off and continuing education support!

Arc GLOW
Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Direct Support Professional STATUS: Non-Exempt
PROGRAM: Day & Employment Services DEPARTMENT: Prevocational CFR Code: 201

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Summary:
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for direct oversight, guidance and training of people receiving supports and services. Provide guidance, training, support, supervision and encouragement to people in reaching their maximum potential and to promote independence and community integration.

Essential Functions:
Program Specific Functions:

Provide daily documentation of interventions/support as outlined in the individuals plan of service to ensure compliance with agency policy and state requirements
Proactive approach to instructing and providing support to individuals enrolled in prevocational services. Areas to include following directions, attention to task, socialization skills, work habits, dress and hygiene, mobility, problem solving and safety in the workplace.
Provide input and feedback to Employment Specialists for developing goals and program plans related to prevocational needs
Work with Employment Specialists and production staff to provide necessary service and/or training as well as to resolve problems as they arise.
Assist Employment Specialists with community assessments yearly

General Functions:

Provide supports, assessment and training to persons supported according to their written Staff Action Plan (SAP) and individual Safeguards Plan or Individual Plan of Protection (IPOP). Implement goals as written by the Individual and their team.
Ensure necessary level of supervision (LOS) is met by following the individual’s Safeguard Plan, Individual Plan of Protection (IPOP), Behavior Support Plan (BSP), Plan of Nursing Services (PONS) dietary guidelines and any other applicable plans.
Accurately document services contemporaneously in Electronic Health Record (EHR) or with paper note (as applicable) in accordance with the Agency, OPWDD, Medicaid and other funder requirements.
Treat all protected health information consistent with HIPAA.
Properly utilize and store all agency electronics such as chrome book, laptop, cell phone and/or hot spot.
Maintain accurate records by collecting, compiling, evaluating data and submitting in a timely manner in the appropriate format including: daily goal notes, checklists, progress notes, injury/fall reports, seizure reports, attendance records, incident reports, behavior documentation etc.
Provide input into the development and implementation of the SAP in accordance with the Life Plan (LP) as developed by each person receiving services, family, advocate and Care Coordinator.
Maintain knowledge and understanding of individual’s medical, physical, psychological and dental health care needs.
Recognize and respond in a timely manner to signs and symptoms of illness/injury and medical emergencies. Notify supervisor or nurse immediately of concerns.
Provide personal hygiene and health care assistance to people supported as needed including: toileting, showering, oral hygiene, shaving, hair care, nail care, changing of adult protective garment etc.
Provide training and encouragement to people supported to ensure good personal health care as needed. Communicate health care concerns to supervisor or nurse as necessary.
Participate in developing and delivering remote services to individuals as necessary.
As necessary, become certified in medication administration and maintain certification on an annual basis.
As assigned, administer medications, as per Agency Policy and Procedure.
Assist individual's in receiving needed/desired medical services and communicating/documenting pertinent information as per Agency policy, as designated (i.e. medication administration, transportation to appointments)
Support the safety of all individuals in everyday situations.
Work as a team to support positive behavioral strategies.
Provide transportation to people supported as necessary and follow proper safety procedures.
Drive Agency vehicles, complete necessary paperwork and report any accidents or maintenance issues immediately to the transportation department and your supervisor. Ensure agency vehicle is kept tidy and follow all routine cleaning procedures.
Assist people supported to build positive relationships in their community.
Support people to make personal choices and to advocate for themselves. Respect matters related to diversity and inclusion.
Communicate professionally with co-workers, people supported, families and the community as necessary.
Complete all required Agency Training per agency policy and apply knowledge and skills gained to job.
Demonstrates professionalism in the workplace including: demeanor, appearance, attention to punctuality and attendance policies, reliability, flexibility and pleasantness.
Report for duty as scheduled. The location of a scheduled shift may be subject to change according to program needs.
Check employee email/schedule and other correspondence each scheduled shift.
Attend and participate in meetings, as requested
Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the Agency Code of Conduct and Arc Brand
Adhere to all Agency and Program Policies and Procedures.
Participate in corporate compliance and quality assurance activities as required.
Other related duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

Develop volunteer/job opportunities in community for program participants.
Attend Life Plan meetings and team meetings for people receiving services as requested.
Participate on Agency committees.
Administer medications as trained and as designated.
Loading and unloading buses.

Reporting Responsibilities:

Reports to: Habilitation Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None exercised

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to instruct others on daily living skills.
Actively listen and be able to communicate, verbally and in writing.
Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Maintain composure under pressure.
Serve as a role model and represent the agency positively in the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid NYS driver’s license with a safe driving record per agency policy

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