Location: Town of Smithtown
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?
About DDI: For nearly 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. We are driven by a dedicated team and a deep belief in the potential of every individual.
What You ll Do:
Participate in IDT conferences as required.
- Serve as medical liaison for IDT team, ensuring proper medical follow up.
- Develop written plan for each person and modify as necessary.
- Maintain medical records for each individual.
- Participate as appropriate in planning and implementation of training of DDI personnel.
- Accompany individuals to medical appointments as assigned.
- Ensure all medications are administered and stored as necessary.
- Attend monthly nursing meetings, as required.
- Complete appropriate incident reporting paperwork, as required.
- Ensure individuals receive proper medical care.
- Ensure compliance with OPWDD standards.
- Act as liaison with family members regarding medical issues.
- Prepare monthly Medication Administration Records.
- 24-hour on call as necessary. (Residential only)
What You Bring to the Role:
- N.Y. State Registered Nurse License required
- N.Y. State Driver’s License preferred
- Knowledge of OMRDD regulations preferred
- Experience with MR/DD population preferred
Why You ll Love This Job:
- Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with employees and stakeholders
- Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
- Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
- Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
- Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and paid agency holidays.
Here’s How We Support You:
- Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
- Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
- Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.
- And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!
If You Are:
- Empathic, compassionate, and patient
- Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
- A good communicator and team player
- Passionate about making a difference
Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!
When you join our team, you become part of the DDI Family! to watch our video to find out more about the DDI Family.
DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.
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