Residence Program Specialist Wed-Sun 8am-4pm

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 Residence Program Specialist II 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 promote greater independence, and maintaining a homelike atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support.
• Ensures all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at the highest level.
• Trains the people we support in activities of daily living and in developing self-help and social skills.
• Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility.
• Attends weekly staff meetings and other assigned 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 any observed abusive behavior according to established procedures.
• Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history, following established guidelines and practices.
• Summons police, fire, ambulance, or other emergency personnel if necessary.
• Utilizes crisis intervention strategies in accordance with OPWDD-approved Behavior Management guidelines when needed.
• Assists with transportation for the people we support to and from various activities.
• 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 the 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 to maintain a safe and homelike environment.
• Supervises any other activities as necessary to maintain the quality of the program.
• Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after completing the medication administration course and in accordance with Agency protocol. AMAPs are supervised by residential nurses in all areas related to medication administration.
• 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 securely and confidentially.
• Performs related duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, residents, and their families.
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Six months of related experience is preferred but not required.
• Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at the time of hire or within six months of being hired in salaried status. This training is provided by ADAPT Community Network, if needed.

Compensation

$18.54 - $19.06/hour + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees.

Benefits

ADAPT Community Network is 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.