Respite Worker - Flushing, Queens NY

Responsible For

• Provide services to persons served in their home and community.
• Perform lifting and other one-to-one functions for the individuals we serve.
• Direct care work that involves skill building services.
• Monitor the safety and welfare of people served, take corrective actions as necessary and immediately notify supervisor of concerns.
• Aid and support people served to build positive relationships in their community.
• Support people served to advocate for their needs and rights.
• Communicate health care concerns to supervisor or administrator as necessary.
• Communicate professionally with persons receiving services, families, team members and the community.
• Encourage community integration with an emphasis on inclusion, access, community awareness and safety.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in supervision for professional growth and development.
• Complete all required initial and annual training as well as ongoing training to increase knowledge.
• Conduct fire drills, where applicable, and document results in accordance with supervisor’s instructions.
• Report to work promptly and adhere to the assigned schedule.
• Adhere to and implement the NADSP Code of Ethics, Justice Center Code of Conduct and NYS DSP Core Competencies.
• Adhere to all Agency and Program Policies and Procedures, including HIPAA, Confidentiality and implementing the Corporate Compliance Plan and related policies and procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, communication and motivational skills.
• Good analytical ability with problem-solving and follow up.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software and E-Mail system.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to operate an agency vehicle if needed.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the job including but not limited to the ability to stoop, lift, kneel, push, pull, reach, stand, walk, hear, listen and communicate appropriately.

Work Environment

• Program and community-based environments.

About the Role

New York Families for Autistic Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

Location: Flushing, Queens, NY
Pay Rate: $17.00
Hours: 20 hours per week

Schedule

Not specified

Pay

Not specified