Direct Care Worker

Mission Statement

Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.

Position Overview

The Direct Care Worker is required to provide direct care services to adults with developmental disabilities living independently in the organization’s Independent Residential Alternative houses.

Key Essential Functions

• Perform, supervise and assist individuals in all areas of adult daily living skills.
• Assist individuals in any and all activities which are designed to foster independence, personal growth and individualization.
• Implement valued outcomes and all other programming methods/procedures based on the individual's habilitation and protective oversight plan and other QMRP documentations.
• Ensure the overall health and safety of the individuals by providing supervision to the individuals as required based on the individual needs and per OPWDD regulations.
• Provide ongoing care for the residents in a safe, kind and considerate manner.
• Accompany and transport individuals to medical and other clinical appointments and ensure the necessary documentation are completed and return to review by the program registered nurse.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary residence and working environment.
• Conduct fire drills as scheduled.
• Maintain the individual's clothing, furniture, any and all personal belongings in good condition.
• Remain sensitive and responsive to the needs, situations, and personal/cultural practices of the individuals.
• Make purchases as needed or requested by the program or management team.
• Report any changes regarding any individuals' physical and health conditions to the supervisor immediately.
• Assists in the orientation of new staff.
• Safely operate agencies vehicle for residential appointments or any other individual needs which may require the utilization of the agency vehicle.
• Reads, initials and enters required information on the communication log as well as other documentations as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent (GED) required.
• Minimum one year experience working with OPWDD individuals or other human service fields.
• SCIP, AMAP, First Aid and CPR - Must obtain within (3) three months from date of hire.
• Valid NYS driver’s license preferred.