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Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley lists this DSP (Direct Support Professional) Kingston opportunity in kingston, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Direct Support Professional$15.50 per hour start rate with potential to increase up to $17.25 within the first month with completion of certifications. Overtime available Wraparound Services of the Hudson Valley is celebrating over 70 years of providing quality residential and community based services to individuals with developmental disabilities throughout the Hudson Valley. We are currently seeking caring, committed, dedicated DSPs to join our team at our residence in Kingston. Make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by assisting them to lead more independent lives.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentPossession of a clean, valid New York State Driver's License.Current certifications: First Aid, SCIP, CPR, Van, Medication Administration and all house specific (i.e. tube) if required, must be obtained within six months.Essential Responsibilities:Implementation of Individual's Comprehensive Functional Assessment or Individualized Service Plan and Individual's MY LIFE PLAN as needed.Completion of OPWDD Core Competency trainingImplement Individuals Residential Habilitation Plan and/or Formal Active Treatment Goals.Document goal progress on a daily basis.Capable of learning use of electronic record for documentationAdhere to Individuals' safeguard plans.Adhere to Person Centered Philosophy of Care.Demonstrate OPWDD Core Competencies on an on-going basis.Physically transfer participants during ADL and positioning activities.Assist and train Individuals in activities of daily living, including but not limited to: toileting, feeding, dressing, and bathing.Implement therapeutic programs as required by clinical staff.Administration of medical treatments as prescribed by medical staff.Complete required written reporting daily in the program communication log.Participate in washing, drying, folding and mending of residents' clothing and linens.Participate in cleaning and general maintenance of the residence and Agency-owned propertyPreparation of meals and clean-up.Participate in cleaning and maintenance of adaptive equipment and other personal possessions of residents.Assist in transporting residents to medical, recreational and educational services as required.Participate in mandatory staff meetings and in-service training.Maintain all required trainingsRemain at work until a suitable replacement reports for duty.Perform any other related duties as directed by the Residence Manager and/or designee.
Worksite address
kingston, NY, 12401, US
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