Compassionate Direct Support & Med Admin

The Salvation Army; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in New York operates a residential program. You will maintain a safe, home-like environment, assist with activities of daily living, monitor medical needs, coordinate appointments, and communicate with nurses and the Program Manager to support residents.

Requires a High School diploma or GED; an associate degree is preferred. Strong oral and written communication, computer literacy, AMAP, CPR/First Aid, and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience in Human Services.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn computer systems.
• AMAP certification training and CPR/First Aid required.
• Valid driver’s license to operate large vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provide and ensure a safe, clean and normalized home-like environment.
• Inform Program Manager of any serious incident or violations of resident and/or staff rights.
• Develop ADL and ILS related to residents.
• Maintain knowledge of residents’ medical, psychological, cognitive and social needs.
• Maintain and submit records and reports on resident development and progress.
• Maintain medication administration records daily and manage medications per doctor’s orders.
• Coordinate medication appointments and follow-ups with medical staff.
• Escort residents to medical appointments and assist in transport as needed.
• Communicate with Program Nurse and supervisors to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment meetings and resident reviews.
• Provide habilitation services as prescribed in service plans.
• Assist in household chores and meal preparation as needed.
• Report deficiencies or abuse to management.
• Ensure residents’ nutritional needs are met and assist with feeding.
• Attend to other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Computer literacy

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Human Services background

AMAP certification

CPR & First Aid certification

SCIP-R certification

Job description

The Salvation Army in New York operates a residential program. You will maintain a safe, home-like environment, assist with activities of daily living, monitor medical needs, coordinate appointments, and communicate with nurses and the Program Manager to support residents.

Requires a High School diploma or GED; an associate degree is preferred. Strong oral and written communication, computer literacy, AMAP, CPR/First Aid, and a valid driver’s license are required.