Direct Support Professional- Day Program

About the role

The ARC of the Greater Hudson Valley is seeking Direct Support Professionals - Day Program in Sullivan County and Orange County, NY. The position involves providing training and guidance to individuals with developmental disabilities in a group home setting.

Responsibilities

• Review, understand and follow each individual’s plan of protective oversight and Individual Service Plan.
• Supervise individuals as indicated by plans to ensure safety.
• Absorb and monitor Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including: bathing, showering, toileting, personal care, dressing, etc.
• Converse with individuals to reinforce positive behaviors and to promote social interaction.
• Prepare food for prescribed diets and assist / monitor individuals while eating.
• Aid in repositioning individuals in beds or chairs as needed.
• Aid in ambulation and/or transfers with individuals throughout the day.
• Aid in transporting individuals to and from daily programs and community outings.
• Escort and assist individuals within community settings.
• Respond to individuals to prevent injury to themselves and others.
• Observe and document individuals’ behaviors, eating patterns, personal care, etc., to facilitate assessment and development of treatment goals.
• Attend to routine health-care needs of individuals under supervision of medical personnel.
• Aid / perform household activities: cooking, cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, shopping, etc.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the individuals.
• Assist other team members when the opportunity presents itself, or when requested by another team member or assist in emergency situations and routine fire drills.
• Inspect equipment for malfunction / disrepair.
• Communicate questions, concerns or issues to appropriate personnel.
• Complete all necessary documentation on a daily basis before leaving shift.
• Perform CPR & 1st aid as needed.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with 12 months driving experience.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• One year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Pay and Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours a week.
• $18.05 per hour.
• $1/hr differential for evening shift.
• $1/hr differential for overnight shift.

How to Apply

To apply, contact Liberty Apostolides by email at lapostolides@arcghvny.org and apply online at https://arcghvny.org/careers/jobs.html.