Overnight Direct Support Pro — Impactful Caregiver

Achieve; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k match

Tuition assistance

PTO

Paid holidays

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

ACHIEVE is hiring an Overnight Direct Support Professional in Chittenango, NY to provide 24-hour supervision and care in the residential program. You will assist with daily living activities, medication administration, meal service, and enable residents to achieve independence while working within ISP/Life Plan guidelines.

duties include staying awake during shift, documenting observations, and supporting individuals with activities and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working in human services or with individuals with functional differences preferred.
• Valid NY State driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier.
• Ability to lift and assist with up to 50 pounds, including transfers and physical support.

Responsibilities

• Must stay awake and not place themselves in a compromising position/place that is conducive to sleep; Continuously assess the status of the physical building and the individuals throughout the duration of the shift.
• Provides individualized care as outlined in the individuals Life Plan, or ISP
• Supports the residents to ensure their safety and well-being
• Observes, documents and communicates pertinent information such as behaviors, nursing, nutrition, clinical issues, etc., to facilitate assessment and development of treatment goals
• Gives medications as prescribed by Physician, per OPWDD regulations
• Administers therapeutic activities, such as physical exercises, occupational arts and crafts, and recreational games to residents and documents accordingly
• Demonstrates and assists with activities such as bathing and dressing to train residents in daily self-care practices
• Documents delivery of residential habilitation services per the individual plan and agency procedures
• Converses with residents to reinforce positive behaviors and to promote social interaction
• Prepares and serves meals and dines with residents to act as a role model
• Assists residents in mobility, hygiene, and any other tasks in which assistance or direction is necessary

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

ACHIEVE is hiring an Overnight Direct Support Professional in Chittenango, NY to provide 24-hour supervision and care in the residential program. You will assist with daily living activities, medication administration, meal service, and enable residents to achieve independence while working within ISP/Life Plan guidelines.

duties include staying awake during shift, documenting observations, and supporting individuals with activities and safety.