Part-time Direct Support Professional

Chrysalis; Town of Ogden (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Chrysalis Host Home in New York State is seeking a part-time direct support staff to assist people with disabilities in daily activities and community outings. This role emphasizes safety, respect, and independence, with guidance under host parents and professional staff.

You will support daily living skills, accompany clients to parks, museums, or stores, monitor health, and document care plans. Requirements include English proficiency, at least 18 years old, and ability to pass background

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Pass and maintain a passable criminal background check and LEIE per state regulations.
• Pass required controlled substance tests.
• Ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain punctual attendance and follow the work schedule for proper oversight.
• Stay awake, responsive and communicate effectively with individuals.
• Teach daily living skills and plan appropriate activities.
• Create opportunities to increase quality of life and provide a safe environment.
• Assist with medication and complete documentation within time frames.
• Follow policies and communicate with the manager about needs.

Skills

Public relations with families

Effective communication

Judgment and crisis handling

Interpersonal skills

Service orientation

Job description

***This is a driving position***

Hourly wage: $15.00 - $17.75

Position Summary:

Chrysalis is a company that provides a variety of support services for at-risk adults and/or juveniles that have developmental and intellectual disabilities. These individuals may also have a variety of fragile medical issues.This position requires the ability to work in stress-filled and safety-sensitive environments, to follow pre-approved programs, to make crucial decisions in regards to the care and treatment of at-risk individuals, and to communicate those decisions effectively to others. This Position helps our individuals gain greater independence by making a difference daily in applying the five Chrysalis values: Respect, Safety, Fun, Mentoring, and Accountability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Punctuality and regular/consistent attendance at the worksite are required and the employee must be able adhere to their workplace schedule in order to ensure proper oversight of individuals.
• Stay awake, responsive, and communicate effectively to the individuals
• Teach individuals daily living skills
• Plan appropriate activities for the individuals
• Create opportunities for people to increase quality of life
• Provide a clean, healthy, and safe environment
• Implement Person Centered Support Plans and Follow Behavioral Plans
• Supervise individuals according to the Supervision Guidelines and Support the individual’s choices accordingly
• Assist and supervise individuals with taking the appropriate medication
• Complete necessary administrative tasks within established time frames
• Complete all documentation required by Chrysalis and the State
• Maintain communication with the Manager regarding the individual’s needs
• Follow the Provider Code of Conduct/ Abuse Neglect and Exploitation Policy according to state standards
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Minimum of least 18 years old
• Pass and maintain a passable criminal background check and LEIE per state regulations
• Pass required controlled substance tests
• Should possess the ability to speak, read and write effectively in English

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent public relations skills working with the individuals’ family
• Ability to communicate effectively with medical, professional, and state employees
• Demonstrate good judgment and ability to handle crisis situations
• Have excellent interpersonal skills working with the individual and co-workers (including the ability to stay calm and maintain professionalism under pressure)
• Demonstrate a service-oriented attitude

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K Match
• Paid Time Off

At Chrysalis Host Home, we are seeking a part time direct support staffto support people with disabilities. Host Home services focuses on helping children and adults with disabilities who live with professional host parents. We are looking for caregivers to relieve our host parents by taking clients with disabilities out into the community to participate in meaningful activities, such as:

• Going to parks
• Visiting museums
• Watching movies
• Going shopping
• Dining

Qualifications:

• Must be 20 years of age
• Valid drivers license
• A reliable form of transportation

To learn more about Chrysalis, please visit our website: https://www.chrysalis.care/employment

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