Self Directed Services - Watts

Job Overview

Self Directed Services Staff – Watts Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester

Location:

Client Dependent / Community Based

Schedule:

Varied, dependent on client need Salary: $15.50/hour for administrative work; rate for client work set by client/family

• Assist individuals with specific outcomes as described in each individualized Self-Directed Plan. Duties may include personal care, community integration, money management, advocacy, employment needs, and respite.
• Seek opportunities to meet individuals’ psychosocial needs through planned and spontaneous actions.
• Provide reliable, safe, high‑quality services as directed, in a thorough and caring manner.
• Implement a person‑centered approach to services.
• Follow universal precautions, proper infection control, sanitation, and safety standards of practice in all work and activities.
• Complete paper timesheet/invoice and web‑based time‑keeping promptly in accordance with payroll processing.
• Communicate with supervisor and Circle of Support about an individual’s habilitation plans that may need revisions or updates.
• Communicate effectively with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, Circle of Support, broker, fiscal intermediary coordinator, service coordinator, supervisor, interagency professionals, community professionals, and families.
• Work consistently with all team members, led by the individual and family preference to meet the needs and desires of the individual served.
• Respect the individual’s dignity, privacy, property, religion, and culture.
• Document and maintain accurate records of contacts with individuals.
• Provide appropriate interventions to all crisis situations. Notify immediately of any allegation of abuse or neglect.
• Provide transportation as needed to individuals and follow safety procedures regarding transportation.
• Maintain flexibility in schedule based on needs of individuals assigned.
• Be dependable and arrive on time, ready for responsibilities.
• Participate in relevant agency meetings and/or trainings.
• Pursue development of professional competencies related to job role performance through reading, supervision, in‑service training, and attendance at conferences and workshops.
• Be aware of and actively support the agency’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan, including core competency initiatives (collaborative, community‑focused, innovative, entrepreneurial, culturally competent, and diverse).
• Perform other duties as assigned by individual being served or CCFCS SDS Supervisor.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Relevant combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Clean and valid NY State Driver License and access to a reliable and insured vehicle if driving is required. Anyone with driving responsibilities must be at least 21 years old.
• At least 1 year of practical experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to work a combination of day, evening, overnight, and weekend hours as needed.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, teach, monitor, and assist individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively as a team member.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
• Ability to provide physical interventions such as lifting, grasping, holding as necessary.
• Commitment to agency mission statement.
• Demonstrate behaviors and attitudes that support agency mission philosophy and policies.
• Foster agency, department, and program‑wide cooperation and teamwork through positive and constructive communication techniques.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of all records reviewed.
• Ability to provide effective, equitable, understandable, respectful quality care and services responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs, preferred languages, health literacy, and communication needs.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and the agency’s corporate compliance and ethics program.

• Competitive salary and 403(b) retirement plan.
• Generous time‑off package and work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people’s lives.

Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet.