Overview:
AHRC Nassau operates the largest residential program on Long Island. With over 100 supervised and supportive settings, each home reflects the interests of its residents. Direct Support Professionals work with each person supported toward reaching their goals and desired outcomes. Registered Nurses and licensed dietitians provide ongoing care planning and support to ensure that each person maintains their best possible health. Behavioral health services and positive behavioral supports are provided by Masters level Behavior Intervention Specialists (BIS).
Responsibilities:
Primary duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:
Works closely with Manager to ensure ongoing support is provided to individuals by fostering an environment that assists individuals in becoming active participants in every aspect of their lives (i.e., self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization and overall well being) and ensuring that a high quality of life is maintained.
- Assists Manager with the supervision and training of Direct Support Professionals to ensure that ongoing support is provided to individuals by fostering an environment that assists individuals in becoming active participants in every aspect of their lives (i.e., self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization and overall well being) and ensuring that a high quality of life is maintained
- Assists with the training of new employees to ensure that the residence is adequately staffed with qualified employees
- Assists with the maintenance of weekly work schedules for all staff by assigning shifts based on availability and the particular requirements of each resident to ensure that appropriate care is administered at all times
- Assists with the maintenance of appropriate records of staff by observing and documenting issues relating to time, attendance, and level of performance, specific deficiencies, supervisory sessions and training needs to ensure the ongoing and effective supervision of each employee
- Verifies that all needed documentation of treatment plans is present and completed on a daily basis
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Valid NYS Driver's License
- One (1) year experience supporting people with developmental disabilities
- AMAP certified required
- Good verbal and written communication skills as well as good organizational and administrative skills required.