Day Habilitation Specialist / Direct Sup

Position Summary No Nights No Weekends Meaningful Work Every Day Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real differencewithout working nights or weekends? Join our team and help individuals with developmental disabilities live more independent, fulfilling lives. The Day Habilitation Specialist (DSP) will assist individuals with developmental disabilities to maximize their personal and vocational potential in their center and community. The Day Habilitation Specialist (DSP) provides direct care support and assists in the implementation and documentation of each individuals program plan. Day Habilitation Specialists for designated programs may be expected to support other programs based on staffing and attendance. Floating Day Hab Specialists will be assigned based on need. The following position standards apply to both regular and floating Day Hab Specialists. Full time schedule: Monday Friday 7:45am 3:30pm (36.25 hours per week). Salary Range: Day Hab Specialists I (drivers)- $17.90 to $19.90 per hour Day Hab Specialists II (drivers)- 18.41- 20.41 per hour Note: The rates outlined above are contingent upon being deemed eligible to drive by our insurance carrier. Should you be deemed ineligible to drive and the program is able to make a non-driver accommodation, a lower rate of pay will apply. Depending on the needs of the program, additional certifications (training provided) for med administration $1.00, insulin $.50, G-Tube $1.00 and ostomy care $.50; can add up to $3 per hour once achieved! Position Standards: Delivers and documents the services, supports, safeguards, behavioral documentation and activities identified by ISP/CFA and the Day Habilitation plan. Completes the monthly note and ensure it covers the individuals response to service within the seven days of the following month for assigned individuals. Performs individual specific personal care as required, including but not limited to assistance with toileting, transferring, changing needs, handwashing and oral care. Documents any finding on appropriate forms including but not limited skin integrity, bowel and repositioning charts. Ensures active engagement and appropriate communication with staff and individuals. Assumes responsibility for medication administration and appropriate documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Develops a trusting and friendly rapport with individuals served while maintaining professional boundaries. Fulfills mandated reporter role by interrupting and reporting suspected abuse to administration immediately. Ensures that the center is kept safe, clean and decorated in an age appropriate and comfortable manner and that is kept in good repair inside and out. Demonstrates proficiency in all goals and skillsets outlined in the NYS DSP Core Competencies, on which performance will be evaluated. Responsible for providing transportation to individuals receiving services driving agency vehicles with a capacity up to 14 passengers. Ensures all required trainings and certifications are current, and seeks further support and training where needed. Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required Minimum 1 year's experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities population or any combination of training and experience which in the view of the employer qualifies the candidate for the position. Clean NYS drivers license that is deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier required. SCIP-R, CPR, SFA, and Med Certification a plus. Ability to obtain these certifications required. Lifting and maneuvering of individuals is required.