MEDICAL COUNSELOR (Babylon, NY)

Life's WORC; North Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Life’s WORC in New York seeks a dedicated DSP to advocate for residents, accompany them to appointments, and support daily living activities. You will coordinate medical visits with nursing staff, oversee safety, and participate in active treatment within a residence setting.

Required are a NYS driver’s license, HS diploma or GED, and strong communication skills. Six months’ experience with Life’s WORC or a similar agency is preferred, with flexible scheduling as needed.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Minimum six months’ experience with Life’s WORC or similar agency in a support counselor or health-related role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid NY State Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Accompany and advocate for individuals to medical/dental appointments and ER visits.
• Schedule medical appointments in coordination with the Nurse and Manager.
• Maintain a medical appointment calendar with the Nurse and Manager.
• Meet weekly with the Nurse and Manager to coordinate information from appointments.
• Provide ongoing protective oversight to residents.
• Implement active treatment.
• Assist individuals with basic activities of daily living.
• Provide training and support per individual program plan.
• Perform daily checks of medication and supplies.
• Complete AMAP course and annual recertification for administration purposes.
• Maintain flexible scheduling; may work beyond normal shift.
• Drive agency vans equipped with GPS and demonstrate safe driving.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

You must have a valid NY State driver's license and a HS diploma/GED to be considered for this position. The individuals at this location need some ADL supports as they have moderate to low capabilities. Lifting adult individuals is necessary using a 2 person lift and equipment. Qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred
• Minimum six months’ experience with Life’s WORC or similar agency in capacity of Support Counselor or in another health related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid NY State Driver’s License required

Responsibilities Include:

• Accompany and advocate for individuals on medical/dental appointments and emergency room visits
• Schedule all medical appointment in coordination with the Nurse and Manager
• Maintenance of a medical appointment calendar in coordination with the Nurse and Manager
• Meets with the Nurse and Manger weekly to coordinate information brought to and from appointments
• Provide ongoing protective oversight to individuals living in the residence
• Implementation of active treatment
• Provide assistance and instruction to each individuals in basic activities of daily living
• Provide training and support for each individuals in accordance with the individual program plan
• Perform daily check of medication and supplies
• Successful completion of the AMAP course and annual recertification for administration purposes
• Scheduling flexibility as needed; may be required to work beyond the normal shift
• Drive agency vans that are equipped with GPS monitoring systems and demonstrate safe driving practices
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment; proper use and maintenance of household equipment and appliances

Qualifications

Experience

Required

1 year:

At least six months prior experience as a DSP or counselor in a related health field along with experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.

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