Direct Support Professional - Enhanced Residence Aide
$20.75/h-$22.00/h
ACHIEVEa day ago
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Summary
ACHIEVE is seeking a Direct Support Professional - Enhanced Residence Aide to join their team in Johnson City, NY. The role involves enhancing the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities by providing direct support and coordinating medical care.
About the Role
As a Direct Support Professional - Enhanced Residence Aide, you will provide assistance and training in independent living skills and personal care, serve as a liaison to the medical community, transport individuals to medical appointments, and collaborate with program management and nursing staff. You will also document medical information, administer medications under supervision, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
About You
Required:
- High School Diploma with knowledge of the medical field and experience working with the OPWDD population.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Preferred:
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Training certifications such as First Aid, CPR, SCIP, and Medication Certification.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of $20.75 - $22.00.
- Full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule.
ACHIEVE
As a chapter of The Arc New York, it is the Mission of ACHIEVE to advocate for an enhanced quality of life through skill advancement, inclusion, integration, and independence of persons with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities through services provided in Broome, Chenango and Tioga Counties.
Johnson City, NY