Clinical Assistant

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

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services, Inc. in Niskayuna, NY is looking for Clinical Assistants to support individuals in their daily living activities. This role involves assisting with treatment, care, and promoting independence among the people served.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma, at least 1 year of experience with developmental disabilities, and be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. The agency offers competitive compensation, with pay ranging from $18.69 to $19.80 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of work experience with Developmental Disabilities.
• Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
• Training certifications must be completed within the first three months.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in daily treatment and care.
• Serve as members of planning and implementation teams.
• Implement individualized residential habilitation services.

Skills

Experience with Developmental Disabilities

Valid NYS driver's license

First Aid/CPR Certification

OPWDD Medication Administration Certification

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree

Job description

## Clinical AssistantApplylocations: Niskayuna, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR102952### **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