Direct Care Specialist – Developmental Disability Support

Birch-Family-Services,-Inc; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services in Irwin, NY 11434 is seeking a direct care professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. The role requires a High School diploma and ability to perform caregiving tasks, with potential AMAP training during probation.

You will document records, cooperate with a multidisciplinary team, and help individuals develop social and daily living skills, while adhering to safety protocols and state requirements; a NY

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain AMAP certification during probation and maintain AMAP certification.
• Ability and willingness to be First Aid and CPR certified.
• Ability to obtain SCIPR certification and advance to Promote.

Responsibilities

• Work toward core competency goals per OPWDD timeline.
• Provide safe and clean environment based on skill level and risk.
• Use verbal and physical means to create a positive environment.
• Assist individuals in developing social skills for community inclusion.
• Perform protective oversight during community activities.
• Monitor personal health and document essential functions.
• Assist with home living skills (indoor chores, etc.).
• Document all services and advocate responsibilities.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Birch Family Services in Irwin, NY 11434 is seeking a direct care professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. The role requires a High School diploma and ability to perform caregiving tasks, with potential AMAP training during probation.

You will document records, cooperate with a multidisciplinary team, and help individuals develop social and daily living skills, while adhering to safety protocols and state requirements; a NY