What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP - Pelham (Westchester | 40 Hrs/Wk | Morning Shift) - ***UP TO $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!! position at New York Foundling?
Shift: Friday - Tuesday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Ensure appropriate supervision, health and safety of individuals; Implement Individual Plan of ProtectiveOversight.
-Advocate for individuals in the community (medical appointments, church, recreation activities etc).
-Ensure individual’s plan of care is implemented.
-Ensure that individual medication is administered as prescribed.
-Assist in daily living skills (e.g. personal hygiene, food preparation, house keeping, laundry, shopping)
-Maintain facility in compliance with the OPWDD and COA standards.
-Facilitate individual’s learning and skill training in fire safety.
-Implementation and documentation of individual’s goals.
-Complete daily progress notes and other individual logs.
-Maintain updated certifications in CPR/first aid, SCIP, and AMAP.
-Provide atmosphere conducive to positive behavior.
-Observe, report regressive and unusual behavior and work cooperatively with clinical staff.
-Planning and preparing balanced meals.
-Cleaning and maintaining of the residential unit.
-Assist individuals with the purchase of groceries, clothing, hygiene supplies and other items needed.
-Attends appropriate workshops, trainings, and meetings.
-Assist in providing spiritual development.
-Assist in providing ethical and moral values.
-Transport and escort individuals on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc
-Assist in development of social skills.
-Remain on shift until your relief has arrived.
-Complete job related tasks as needed.
Other Requirements: AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid Certifications preferred. Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA, State Driver’s License required Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities preferred.
with 6 points or less