Clinical Assistant

Center for Disability Services, Inc.; Town of Guilderland (NY); On-site; USD 25,747 - 27,276; Full time

Job summary

Center for Disability Services, Inc. is looking for Clinical Assistants in Guilderland, NY. This full-time role involves supporting individuals in their daily treatment, fostering independence, and working with interdisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma, relevant experience with developmental disabilities, and a commitment to professional growth through training. The salary range is between $18.69 and $19.80 per hour, with required certifications to be completed within the first three months.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with Developmental Disabilities.
• Valid NYS driver’s license in good standing.
• Capacity to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily treatment and services for individuals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams for planning and implementation.
• Respect individual choices and dignities.

Skills

Assisting individuals

Promoting independence

Team collaboration

Physical lifting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree

Job description

## Clinical AssistantApplylocations: Guilderland, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR102951### **Where people get better at life!**Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.We are searching for **Clinical Assistants** to join our agency. ***Openings are available at multiple locations throughout the Capital Region !***Rate of pay is commensurate on experience, Residential Program acuity, shift differentials and completion of additional trainings.**Responsibilities:*** Assisting, providing and promoting independence in the daily treatment, care and services of the people we support.* Serve as members of the individuals’ planning, implementation and interdisciplinary teams.* Assisting in the implementation of individualized residential habilitation services* Respect the individuals’ personal choice, lifestyles and their dignity to take informed risks.**Requirements:*** High School diploma or equivalent required, Associates Degree preferred* At least 1 year of work experience with Developmental Disabilities required* Must be at least 18 years old to apply for this position* Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds* Must have a valid NYS driver’s license in good standing* OPWDD Medication Administration Certification, First Aid/CPR Certification and SCIP-R Certification must be completed within the first three months of employment (in addition to other program specific training required during first six months of employment) *At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.***Compensation Range:**$18.69 - $19.80