About this opportunity
SCO Family of Services lists this DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (OPWDD) opportunity in east northport, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitleProvides close supervision for individuals in accordance with the individual treatment plan. If individual is on a 1:1 supervision status, provides continual supervision as noted in plan. Completes transfer form when transferring individual's care to another staff.Participates in the individuals' program planning meetings; reviews and signs off on Annual and Semi-Annual Treatment Plans.Maintains individuals' possessions in a neat and orderly manner; communicates needs for the individuals to the management; completes documentation in accordance with program procedures.Transports individuals in a safe and comfortable manner; follows all NYS laws and agency procedures; maintains valid NYS Driver's License; completes all documentation including vehicle logs in a timely and complete manner; communicates condition of vehicles to management; ensures that the individuals have the optimum experience by not having the radio too loud, maintaining the temperature at a comfortable level, etc.Maintains the physical plant and agency property in a clean and safe manner; communicates any issues to management.Provides all other duties as needed or requested to ensure that the individuals are safe, healthy, and comfortable.Complies with OPWDD regulations and agency proceduresObtains and maintains SCIP-R certification; attends all mandatory training.Obtains and maintains AMAP certification and submits a copy of the certification to each program in which he/she administers medication.Attends all staff meetings including in-services and trainings.Demonstrates competency in all required training areasQualificationsA minimum of high school diploma or GEDA clean and valid NYS driver's license requiredExperience working with people with developmental disabilities/traumatic brain injured preferredAbility to complete SCIP and AMAP trainingSCO Family of Services is an equal employment opportunity employerTravel RequiredYes. Yes, 25 % of the Time
Worksite address
east northport, NY, 11731, US
Who can apply
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