Clinical Assistant

The Center for Disability Services; Village of Scotia (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Early Access to Pay with RAIN

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The Center for Disability Services is seeking Clinical Assistants to support residents across multiple locations in the Capital Region. Rate of pay is commensurate with experience and program needs, with shifts and trainings considered in compensation.

Responsibilities include assisting residents, participating in multidisciplinary teams, and promoting independence while honoring personal choices and dignity.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• 1 year of work experience with Developmental Disabilities required.
• Must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist and promote independence in daily treatment, care and services.
• Be part of individuals’ planning, implementation and interdisciplinary teams.
• Assist in implementing individualized residential habilitation services while respecting personal choices and dignity.

Skills

Driver's license

Medication Administration

First Aid/CPR

SCIP-R Certification

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree preferred

Job description

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).

Our Commitment

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Early Access to Pay with RAIN
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

About us

For over 80 years, the Center for Disability Services has served as a trusted community leader, providing innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities here in the Capital Region and North Country. We are committed to empowering individuals to lead full, independent lives, and have served over 12,000 people to date. At the Center, we firmly believe that no job is too small when it comes to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As a team, every employee plays an integral part in our mission to empower individuals and promote independence. Whether you're directly involved in patient care, coordinating programs, managing operations, or providing essential support, your contribution is vital to creating a brighter and more accessible world for those we serve.

Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.