• Residence Counselor

    CP Unlimited (Carmel, NY)


    Residence Counselor

     

    Type of Position Full time

     

    Search Location(s) Carmel, NY

     

    Job Brief

     

    The Residence Counselor (also known as DSP) will provide activities of daily living and programming services to individuals who reside in Community Residential Programs.

    Shift Worked:

    4p-12a or 12a-8a

    Weekly Hours:

    37.5

    FLSA Status:

    Non Exempt

    Pay range:

    $18.00 hr -$18.00 hr

    Position Duties

    Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

    + Ensure the overall well-being and safety of the individuals served.

    + Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, meal programs, and any specialized medical needs as required.

    + Administer medications as needed and accurately document administration in accordance with agency policies.

    + Support the use of special equipment and assistive devices.

    + Monitor and respond appropriately to changes in individuals’ physical or emotional conditions.

    + Accompany individuals to medical appointments, day programs, recreational activities, and other community outings as required.

    + Maintain required staffing ratios by being available for mandatory overtime when necessary.

    + Facilitation in the utilization of special equipment.

    + Participation with trans-disciplinary team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the individual’s program plan. All work must be supervised by a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional (QMRP).

    + Assist in the evaluation of the individual’s skills.

    + Actively implements programs designed by the trans-disciplinary team by following prescribed methodology.

    + Shall be assigned individuals who live in the house and will have primary responsibility for the individuals’ progress.

    + Maintains records and charts for each person by entering required information (goal, progress, temperatures, changes in behavior, clothing inventories and monthly summary for primary individuals).

    + Works closely with the supervisory staff.

    + Maintains cleanliness and safety of the residence and individual possessions by performing general housekeeping tasks (Cleaning floor and surfaces, laundry, dusting, making beds, cleaning cabinets, drawers, refrigerator, stove, etc).

    + Conducts and/or participates in fire or evacuation drills.

    + Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of meals for individuals by following cooking instructions, designated menus and portion control.

     

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    + Performs all other duties as assigned.

    Physical Expectations

    + Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods.

    + Must be able to lift, transfer, and transport individuals as needed.

    + Must be capable of performing the full range of physical tasks required for the role.

    Requirements

    Education:

    + High School Diploma or GED preferred.

    Preferred Experience:

    + Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

    License:

    + Valid New York State Driver’s License.

    + Must meet agency requirements for insurability