Direct Support Professional​/Recreation Specialist

I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides supervision and counseling to the people supported in accordance with the person treatment plan.

• Maintain all community inclusion records, including tracking to ensure each person supported has three documented inclusions per week as OPWDD regulations require.

• Collaborate and monitor all recreational events filtered from SCO leadership, Garden of Dreams events, and other social events.

• Collaborate with other recreation specialists to develop core events, sports events, and games.

• Maintain New York Special Olympic certifications and coach all sports so that each of the people we support is an active member.

• Submit New Admission recreation assessment forms to assigned QIDP to ensure it's incorporated into each person supported Comprehensive Functional Assessment .

• Develop safety procedures for all programming activities, such as biking and swimming.

• Work in collaboration with SCO Development and the communication department to ensure all activities are broadcast to external donors.

• Collaborate with SCO business operation department to ensure all certificates of liabilities remain current for all off-site events.

• Maintain all recreational bulletin boards and ensure all holidays and celebrations are represented, including the culture and needs of each person.

• Maintain a recreational calendar for the site and submit it to residential management on the 1st of each month.

• Understand and adhere to the program's policies, routines, and regulations.

• Schedule and conduct therapeutic recreational activities, encompassing physical, educational, and social components, weekly.

• Attend and actively participate in the activities and lead by example.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with program requirements.

• Develop and implement recreational programs that cater to the interests and needs of diverse age groups.

• Coordinate and lead group activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for participants.

• Collaborate with other staff members to integrate recreational programs with overall organizational goals.

• Assess participant needs and interests to tailor programs accordingly.

• Manage equipment, supplies, and facilities related to recreational activities.

• Maintain accurate records of program attendance, feedback, and any incidents.

• Provide guidance and support to participants, fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere.

• Stay current on trends and best practices in recreational programming.

• Assists individuals the people supported of daily living.

• Promotes independence in all areas of daily living in accordance with the individual's abilities

• Assists individuals in developing social and life management skills in accordance with the individual's abilities and the individual treatment plan.

• Completes all documentation promptly and accurately, including daily data collection, logs, communication book, skin integrity/positioning data, bowel management charts, body checks, etc.

• Ensure the people supported are actively engaged in meaningful activities throughout the day specific to planning for people supported who are not assigned to the day program.

• Transport the people supported on Recreation, Community, Day Program, and Medical Appointments

• Assists with medical treatment and follow-up in accordance with the individual treatment plan and in compliance with OPWDD regulations and agency procedures. Completes requisite documentation in a complete and timely manner.

• Ensures that all treatment plan components are followed, including (but not limited to) behavior plans, goal plans, speech and physical therapy plans, etc; ensures complete and timely documentation.

• Is cognizant of all behavior plans and follows them accordingly; utilizes SCIP-R interventions in accordance with the individual treatment plan, OPWDD regulations, and agency procedures; completes requisite documentation.

• Is cognizant of all dietary regimens and ensures that they are followed accordingly. Involves individuals in menu planning, meal preparations, and food-related responsibilities in accordance with the individual's abilities; utilizes adaptive…