Residence Counselor
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At a glance
Job overview
CP Unlimited is hiring a Residence Counselor. The Residence Counselor provides daily living assistance and programming services to individuals residing in community residential programs, ensuring their safety, well‑being, and support with personal care, medication administration, and community outings.
Key focus areas include Ensure overall well‑being and safety of individuals served, Assist participants with activities of daily living including toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, and meals, and Administer medications and accurately document administration.
Important skills include Ensure Overall Well-being And Safety, Assist With Activities Of Daily Living, Administer Medications, Document Administration, Support Use Of Special Equipment And Assistive Devices, and Monitor And Respond To Physical Or Emotional Conditions. Preferred (not required): Medication Administration, Assistive Device Support, ADL Assistance, and Physical Lifting.
Skills & qualifications
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Full job description
Residence Counselor
Type of Position Full time
Search Location(s) Poughkeepsie, NY
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Job Brief
The Residence Counselor will provide activities of daily living and programming services to individuals who reside in Community Residential Programs.
Shift Worked:
Th-Sa: 11p-7a, Su: 7a-3p
Weekly Hours:
22.5
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Pay range:
$18.00 hr -$18.00 hr
Position Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Ensure the overall well-being and safety of the individuals served.
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Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, meal programs, and any specialized medical needs as required.
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Administer medications as needed and accurately document administration in accordance with agency policies.
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Support the use of special equipment and assistive devices.
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Monitor and respond appropriately to changes in individuals’ physical or emotional conditions.
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Accompany individuals to medical appointments, day programs, recreational activities, and other community outings as required.
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Maintain required staffing ratios by being available for mandatory overtime when necessary.
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Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Physical Expectations
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Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods.
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Must be able to lift, transfer, and transport individuals as needed.
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Must be capable of performing the full range of physical tasks required for the role.
Requirements
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Preferred Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
License:
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Valid New York State Driver’s License.
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Must meet agency requirements for insurability
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