Direct Support Professional
Estimated Pay | $24 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Liverpool, New York |
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Description:
Under the supervision of the Director of Programs, the Community Habilitation Specialist (CHS) provides support in a home or community setting that promotes success at the highest level of independence possible. In addition to program-specific functions, this will include but not be limited to: teaching and reinforcing a wide range of daily living skills, promoting independence, prevent and respond to crisis situations appropriately, encouraging self-advocacy and facilitating the development of natural supports. All services will be provided in collaboration with program participants and their service plan, utilizing a person-centered approach.
Requirements:Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
- Establish respect and develop relationships with individuals using a person-centered approach. The Community Habilitation Specialist will become familiar with an individual by getting to know them through assessment, observation and discovery.
- Provide teaching and assistance as needed to complete a daily living task or skill such as; cleaning, laundry, cooking, personal care, banking, etc.
- Promote advocacy with the individual by seeking out services, promote choice, and assist in their understanding of rights and responsibilities.
- Assist the individual with communication with their support team including their family, natural supports and community resources.
- Respond to crisis situations by using good judgment through prevention, intervention, resolution, and reporting to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the individual.
- Maintain necessary records and documentation for each consumer served.
- Maintain confidentiality of all work/client related information.
- Act in a manner consistent with Central New York Quest’s Mission.
- Meet mandatory training requirements (annual, quarterly & as needed trainings)
- Meet with the Director of Programs or other appointed person for supervision at least once per month.
- Must have reliable means of transportation as services take place in the clients home and community.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 931844900 Posted: 2024-05-07 Job Title: Direct Support Professional