DSP Residential IRA - Substitute

Locations

• DD-West Broadway, 406 West Broadway, Fulton, NY 13069, USA
• DD Supervised Apartments, East Point Apartment Complex, 198
  
  E. Albany St. Apt 18-G, Oswego, NY 13126, USA
• DD Washington St IRA, 2 Washington Street, Mexico, NY 13114, USA
• DD Salmon Meadow IRA, 9 Salmon Meadow Lane, Pulaski, NY 13142, USA
• DD Ames Street IRA, 161 Ames, Mexico, NY 13114, USA

Pay or shift range: $16.39 USD to $21.32 USD. This is expected pay range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors including skill set, relevant experience, qualifications, and other job‑related considerations.

*** Sign-On Bonus***

Performs a variety of direct care, household, administrative and recreational tasks under the supervision of the assigned supervisor, (Site Supervisor or (. IRA Coordinator for float position). Assists in facilitating the smooth daily operation of the assigned Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) program sites and ensures the safety and wellbeing of individuals in our care. Carries out all duties according to Agency, Program and NYS OPWDD policies and regulations.

• Provides person centered support to individuals and adheres to OPWDD core competency expectations for a DSP.
• Follows individual protective oversight plans to ensure safety and protection to individuals, and respects individuals’ rights.
• Assists with daily living routines with individuals as assigned; including hygiene practices, toileting and grooming, and preparing individuals for daily activities and/or evening routines.
• Administers and/or assists with medications in accordance with OPWRDD regulations and Agency Procedures, supervises individual’s self‑medication and documents accurately; shares medication administration concerns with supervisory staff and/or RN’s.
• Assists with medical needs of individuals, participates in appointments during, and completes necessary documentation.
• Assists with planning menus, grocery shopping, and meal preparation and meeting consumers’ dietary needs.
• Performs counseling and coaching of consumers, analyzes situations and uses good judgment and proper intervention techniques; follows behavior management plans.
• Participates in and implements habilitation plans; ensures provision of Medicaid billable services with accurate documentation and billing records using Precision Care software; reports concerns to supervisor.
• Ensures proper handling of Agency money and documentation for approved purchases, assists with individuals personal allowance purchases ensuring correct accounting and balances with documentation according to Agency and program procedures.
• Assists with house cleaning laundry and routine household maintenance according to assignment and schedule per site requirements to ensure safety and a sanitary environment; reports maintenance needs to appropriate party.
• Schedules and participates in individual’s activities, ensures community integration and provides transportation; uses agency van when available, or personal vehicle if needed.
• Documents and reports incidents in accordance with OPWDD regulations and Agency procedures
• Assists consumers as needs arise during an overnight shift.
• Follows Agency policy and procedures in emergency and non‑emergency situations, handles situations that arise and seeks assistance on unusual situations and reports concerns to supervisor or on call manager.
• Provides first‑aid treatment as necessary.
• Reports concerns that arise during assigned shift to supervisor.
• Maintains paperwork as required by state and program regulations and agency policy in an accurate and timely manner Maintains confidentiality of individual, program and site related information.
• Assists with snow removal and lawn care as needed and assigned.
• Provides coverage on extended shifts until coverage is secured in urgent situations.

• Must have the ability to work assigned schedule and be reasonably flexible with work schedule to cover occasional holidays or extended shifts in urgent situations.
• Must be able to relate well with developmentally disabled individuals and their families.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment in carrying out…