On-Call Residence Program Specialist

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

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

About the Role

The On-Call Residence Program Specialist plays a crucial role in the care and development of the people we support in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. They are responsible for fostering dignity and learning, helping to create a homelike atmosphere, and ensuring the safety and well-being of those they serve.

Responsibilities

• Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support.
• Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility.
• Attends weekly staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes, and other reports as assigned.
• Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, taking quick and decisive action.
• Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse and reports observations of abusive behavior.
• Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history.
• Summons police, fire, ambulance, or other emergency personnel if necessary.
• Utilizes strategies for crisis intervention in accordance with OPWDD-approved Behavior Management guidelines.
• Assists with transportation for the people we support.
• Assists with meal planning and preparation, as well as purchasing of food and supplies.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs.
• Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan.
• Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information and records daily activities in written logs.
• Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance, and light preventative maintenance duties as needed.
• Supervises any other activities as necessary to maintain quality of the program.
• Completes all activities related to skill building as outlined in individual program plans.
• Supports personal hygiene needs, such as toileting, bathing, and changing as needed.
• Handles all personal documents of the people we support in a secure and confidential manner.
• Performs related duties as requested.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Six months of related experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.
• Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, residents, and their families.
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures is important.

Compensation

$17.46/hour

Benefits

ADAPT Community Network values diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.