Resident Care & Wellbeing Specialist

Citizens Options Unlimited; Plainview (NY); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Citizens Options Unlimited in Plainview, NY seeks a caring Residential Care Worker to support residents in a Residential Services program. You will assist with personal care, meals, safety, and daily activities to promote independence and wellbeing.

Role involves light housekeeping, adherence to diet plans, and participation in interdisciplinary team discussions. AMAP certification may be required for medication administration; high school diploma preferred. Training provided.

Formación

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Six months experience working with DDI population preferred.
• Ability to understand written and oral directives.

Responsabilidades

• Assist residents with personal hygienic needs (washing, toileting, feeding, showering).
• Provide support for self-care, health, safety, and daily living activities.
• Assist residents with prescribed diets and portion control.
• Administer medications if AMAP certified and per doctors' orders.
• Maintain resident safety through supervision and use of adaptive equipment.
• Provide supervision and companionship to ensure wellbeing.
• Lead or assist with recreational activities and socialization.
• Attend inter-disciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and goals.
• Purchase clothing and personal items to meet daily living needs.
• Train new staff and share care techniques as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Conocimientos

Personal care

Safety supervision

Resident support

Communication

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

AMAP certification (optional)

Herramientas

AMAP trained medication administration

Descripción del empleo

Citizens Options Unlimited in Plainview, NY seeks a caring Residential Care Worker to support residents in a Residential Services program. You will assist with personal care, meals, safety, and daily activities to promote independence and wellbeing.

Role involves light housekeeping, adherence to diet plans, and participation in interdisciplinary team discussions. AMAP certification may be required for medication administration; high school diploma preferred. Training provided.