Residence Program Specialist - New York, United States - ADAPT Community Network

ADAPT Community Network

Verified Company

New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Why Join ADAPT?
It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose.

ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities.

At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support.

With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives.

Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting his/her attention to the care and development of the residents in one of the Agency's residential facilities.

Interacts in a manner which fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for residents in an agency facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of the Residence Program Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following:

Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support.
Ensures that all measures for safety and wellbeing are maintained at highest level.
Trains the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of selfhelp and social skills.
Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility.
Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and inservice training.
Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned.
Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action.
Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse and reports observations of coworkers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures.
Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices.
Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it.
If an emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines, may have to provide strategies for crisis intervention and prevention.
Provides transportation for the people we support in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor's appointments, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Valid New York State Driver's License and must maintain it in good standing.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
Good oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, the people we support, and their families.
Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required.
Six months of related experience is preferred but not required.
Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire in salaried status.

COMPENSATION:
$ $19.06/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits