Location: Oneonta,NY, USA
New hires are eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus
Position Summary:
To provide assistance to people receiving services throughout all aspects of their lives across educational, residential and community environments. Provides support for activities of daily living (ADL's) including personal care. Promote choice and independence while providing protective oversight. Demonstrate compliance with all Springbrook policies and State regulations to ensure safe and smooth operation of the Day Habilitation and Residential programs.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
* Be a good role model for the people you support in all situations and settings
* Be an advocate for the people you support in all situations and settings
* Be punctual and dependable; Regular staff attendance is vital for the people we support
* In partnership with the people you support, observe, discuss, and help assess their strengths and opportunities to help develop their personal goals and plans
* Support and encourage people as they make choices about the goals they want to pursue, the activities they wish to participate in, and how they want to live their life
* Specific tasks ranging from performing intensive personal care needs (i.e., showering, using the restroom) to supervising people while they perform those tasks will depend on the abilities of the people whom you support and their level of need.
* Support and encourage people to find meaningful and fun ways to spend their time and make friends outside the Springbrook community. This may include, but is not limited to, attendance at spiritual activities, various recreational activities (such as swimming), and attending family functions for the people or person you support
* Follow all written plans, learning materials, and goals
* Collect required data
* Complete required billing documentation for supports and services provided
* Obtain and maintain all applicable training, certifications, and knowledge of policies and procedures
* Ensure safe and clean environments, including grounds and vehicles, for the people we support
* Attend team meetings and 1:1 meetings with supervisor
* All other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements:
* High school diploma or GED required; Associates's degree preferred
* Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is preferred
* Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mandatory overtime as necessary. Will be reassigned to other locations based on business needs
* Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills
* Proficiency in or knowledge of various computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word; aptitude for learning other computer software as necessary.
* Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs.
* Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required
* Valid Driver's License required
* Be able to perform all physical interventions