Jobs
>
Canton

    Residential Direct Support Professional - Canton, United States - Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence
    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    3 weeks ago

    Default job background
    Description
    Residential Direct Support Professional - St. Lawrence County

    Job Details

    Job Location

    St.
    Lawrence County - Canton, NY

    Position Type

    Internship

    Education Level

    High School

    Salary Range

    $ $18.52 Hourly

    Job Shift

    Any

    Description

    Sign on Bonus-$650, Full time is payable after 3 months of $300 and $350 after 6 months. Part time is half the amount.

    Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work– Flexible to the needs of the program. 40 hours for Full Time, 20 hour minimum for Part Time or 15 hour minimum for Sub

    Qualifications– High School Diploma or equivalency preferred. Experience working with persons with a developmental disability preferred.

    Relevant Certifications– Valid/acceptable NYS driver's license.

    Work Authorization/Security Clearance -Authorized to work in the United States and pass all background clearances.

    Summary/Objective


    Assist in coordination of the people we support residential program, stressing independence, integration, individualization, and productivity with emphasis on the person's choice.

    Be aware of the person-centered approach and incorporate it into training.


    Must be progressive and proactive in providing for, arranging for, supervising and documenting services to the people we support to promote growth toward increasing levels of independence.

    Support the goals, objectives, and philosophy of the agency.

    Will support the Agency's values by working with measurable signs of PRIDE.

    Essential Functions –Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    Assist the people we support in buying necessary household equipment and in management of personal funds, purchases and disbursements; and assist in acclimation to the environment of the house.


    Assist the people we support in proper nutrition, meal planning and preparation as well as grocery shopping, and provide training as needed in these areas as outlined on the service plan.


    Provide guidance and instruction to the people we support in cleaning of the residence, general domestic tasks and upkeep of their rooms and property, and ensure physical plant is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner.

    Provide guidance to the people we support in available leisure time activities; assist in arranging or providing transportation. All staff shall be cleared by the transportation department to drive an agency vehicle and maintain their driving certification. If hired as non-driver or certification is lost, there will be a reduction in pay.

    Shall conduct and document fire drills as prescribed by regulation and policy.

    Shall communicate all person's supported and household supply needs to the Residence Manager.


    Shall participate in staff meetings and other discussions regarding the person's and household needs and the CR/IRA program in general.

    Participate actively when crisis intervention is required.

    Responsible for the implementation and follow through of all ADL, interpersonal skill training and/or behavioral support programs for the people we support, as directed by the Residence Manager and outlined in the person's support plans.

    Staff shall document in a timely fashion prescribed programs as directed, assisting the Residence Manager/QIDP. Documentation will be completed the same day as program implementation and accurately written to reflect person's progress.


    If designated by Residence Manager, shall be required to administer medications as directed by physicians' orders and agency policy after successfully completing the OPWDD approved medication course and be required to maintain said certification.

    Shall attend, and demonstrate proficiency by written examination on all required in-services by achieving 80% competency on the exams.


    Shall report any illness or accident, or changes, or problems in the person's medical status to the on-call nurse or administrator and shall use the appropriate documentation procedure and follow instructions as given.

    Nursing Notes will be completed daily to reflect monitoring of Resident's health status.

    Shall write incident reports (GER's)as defined by Incident Review Procedures.


    Ensure the needs of the people we support are being met, taking into account integration, individualization, independence and productivity with emphasis on the person's choice, while ensuring their safety and welfare.

    Promote the five governing principles in improving the lives of the residents.


    Shall communicate to the Residence Manager or Assistance Residence Manager all matters concerning the person's support program and physical plant.

    This is to be done through the use of a daily log or contact as necessary.


    Shall be required to accept temporary or permanent transfers within the department as necessary, in order to meet the needs of the person's served.


    Remain aware of and follow policies and procedures as outlined in the Functional Plan pertinent to the assigned work site.

    All CR/IRA staff will be responsible for documenting service plan documentation per regulations and training. This includes all programming, nursing services, clinical services and self-care.


    Shall monitor the people we support during their sleeping hours as required and attend to any and all of their needs.

    Each individual and bedroom must be observed and documented per bed check log and team recommendations.


    Shall perform cleaning duties on a daily basis as required on the cleaning schedule and any other duties as assigned by the Residence Manager.

    Shall complete all cleaning logs and physical plant checklists as designated.


    If designated by the Residence Manager, shall be required to act as designated in charge in the absence of the Residence Manager.

    Shall be aware of and follow correct procedures for the use of personal funds, ensuring proper purchasing and documentation.

    Competencies –

    Ethical Conduct

    Time Management

    Work Independently

    Operate various cleaning machines

    Communication with Management

    Supervisory Responsibility -None

    Travel - Travel is expected for this position, as needed, to locations in Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties to ensure community activities for the people we support, attend outings, appointments and trainings.

    Work Environment -This job operates out of the home of the people we support.

    This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as standard household equipment.


    Physical Demands -The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

    The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.


    Other Duties – This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

    Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully.

    I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs.

    Wage Range-$16.22-$20.04/ hour, based on education and experience

    Qualifications
  • Community Health Center

    Direct Support Professional

    20 hours ago

    Community Health Center Canton, United States

    Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day/Community Habilitation (St. Lawrence County) · Canton, NY ) · Job Type · Full-time · Description · Reports to:Coordinator of Individualized Services · Rate of Pay:$18.90 per hour; paid biweekly; sign-on bonus available · Work Schedul ...

  • Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional

    3 weeks ago

    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional - Bridges Program - St. Lawrence County · Job Details · Job Location · St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY · Salary Range · $ $19.90 Hourly · Description · Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work- Flexible to the needs of the program - minimum hours ...

  • Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Residential Direct Support Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Residential Direct Support Professional - St. Lawrence County · Job Details · Job Location · St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY · Position Type · Internship · Education Level · High School · Salary Range · $ $18.52 Hourly · Job Shift · Any · Description · Sign on Bonus- ...

  • The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Residential Direct Support Professional

    3 weeks ago

    The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Job Details · Job Location · St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY · Position Type · Internship · Education Level · High School · Salary Range · $ $18.52 Hourly · Job Shift · Any · Description · Sign on Bonus- $650, Full time is payable after 3 months of $300 and $350 after 6 ...

  • Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Residential Direct Support Professional

    1 week ago

    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Residential Direct Support Professional - St. Lawrence CountyJob DetailsJob Location St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY Position Type Internship Education Level High School Salary Range $ $18.52 Hourly Job Shift Any DescriptionSign on Bonus-$650, Full time is payable after 3 months ...

  • Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional-St Lawrence County

    3 weeks ago

    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional-St Lawrence County · Job Details · Job Location · St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY · Salary Range · $ $19.90 Hourly · Description · Sign on Bonus-$650, Full time is payable after 3 months of $300 and $350 after 6 months. Part time is half the ...

  • Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country

    Direct Support Professional

    1 week ago

    Cerebral Palsy Association of the North Country Norwood, United States

    Direct Support Professional (DSP) - IRA Norwood, NY ) Job TypePart-timeDescriptionREPORTS TO:House ManagerRATE OF PAY: $18.90/hour; biweekly pay structure; sign-on bonus availableWORK SCHEDULE: Part-time variable days of week/shifts; or per diem schedules are available across day ...

  • Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional-St Lawrence County

    1 week ago

    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional-St Lawrence CountyJob DetailsJob Location St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY Salary Range $ $19.90 Hourly DescriptionSign on Bonus-$650, Full time is payable after 3 months of $300 and $350 after 6 months. Part time is half the amount.Position Typ ...

  • Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional-St Lawrence County

    1 week ago

    Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Day Hab Direct Support Professional-St Lawrence County · Job Details · Job Location · St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY · Salary Range · $ $19.90 Hourly · Description · Sign on Bonus-$650, Full time is payable after 3 months of $300 and $350 after 6 months. Part time is half ...

  • Community Health Center

    Direct Support Professional

    1 week ago

    Community Health Center Massena, United States

    Direct Support Professional (DSP) - IRA · Massena, NY ) · Job Type · Full-time, Part-time · Description · REPORTS TO:House Manager · RATE OF PAY: $18.90/hour; biweekly pay structure; sign-on bonus available · WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time evenings or part-time (30 hours) overni ...

  • Corning Incorporated

    Manufacturing Supervisor

    1 week ago

    Corning Incorporated Canton, United States

    Requisition Number: 63258 · Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share. We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful inven ...

  • The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Community Prevocational Professional

    1 week ago

    The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Job Details · Job Location · St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY · Position Type · Full Time · Education Level · High School · Salary Range · $ $19.62 Hourly · Job Shift · Day · Description · Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work - 40 hours per week. Monday-Friday, 7:30am - ...

  • Kinney Drugs

    Staff Pharmacist-every 3rd weekend

    3 weeks ago

    Kinney Drugs Canton, United States

    Overview · Scope of Responsibilities:Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Pharmacy department. Assists in the training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application ...

  • CareGivers

    DSP & Consumer Directed Opportunities In Home Care

    3 weeks ago

    CareGivers Canton, United States

    JOB OVERVIEW: · Attention Direct Support Professional (DSP) and Consumer Directed Aides working in the CDPAP program If you have had at least 3 months of previous caregiving experience in the last three years, you may qualify to become a PCA through our free one-day alternative ...

  • CareGivers Home Care

    DSP & Consumer Directed Opportunities In Home Care

    3 weeks ago

    CareGivers Home Care Canton, United States

    DSP & Consumer Directed Opportunities In Home Care · + Per Diem · + Canton, NY · + Posted 3 months ago · CareGivers Home Care · Making home care a real comfort... · JOB OVERVIEW: · Attention Direct Support Professional (DSP) and Consumer Directed Aides working in the CDPAP progr ...

  • Delphi Healthcare

    Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner in Upstate, NY

    1 week ago

    Delphi Healthcare San Francisco, United States Permanent

    We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dedicated healthcare team in the Urgent Care Center of our rural hospital located in the Adirondack Mountains, North County in New York. The ideal candidate should ha ...

  • Atlantic Testing Laboratories

    Geotechnical Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Atlantic Testing Laboratories Canton, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionWhy Choose Us? · At Atlantic Testing Laboratories (ATL), we offer a dynamic career that blends fieldwork with office assignments. With 55 years of experience, ATL is a full-service engineering support firm operating from 11 offices throughout New ...

  • The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence

    Speech Pathologist or Clinical Fellow

    5 days ago

    The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence Canton, United States

    Job Details · Job Location · St.Lawrence County - Canton, NY · Position Type · Full Time · Education Level · Graduate Degree · Salary Range · $ $35.58 Hourly · Travel Percentage · Negligible · Job Shift · Day · Job Category · Health Care · Description · Sign on Bonu ...

  • Community Health Center

    Licensed Master Social Worker

    5 days ago

    Community Health Center Canton, United States

    Licensed Master Social Worker · Canton, NY ) · Job Type · Full-time, Part-time · Description · REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer / LCSW · RATE OF PAY: $60,000 - $80,000 per year for full-time employment; part-time or per diem pay will be prorated based on scheduled hours · WORK ...

  • Community Bank NA

    Customer Care Center Specialist

    3 days ago

    Community Bank NA Canton, United States

    Overview At Community Financial System, Inc. (CFSI), we are dedicated to providing our customers with friendly, personalized, high-quality financial services and products. Our retail division, Community Bank, N.A., operates more than 200 customer facilities across Upstate New Yor ...