Self Directed Support Staff

Catholic Charities Family and Community Services; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Rochester, NY is seeking a Self Directed Support Staff to assist individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. This role involves promoting independence, ensuring the highest quality of care, and effective communication with individuals and their families. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably one year of experience in a similar role.

Qualifications

• One year of practical experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience and education may be combined.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with Self-Directed Plans.
• Provide safe, high-quality services.
• Maintain accurate records of contacts.

Skills

Assistance with personal care

Community integration

Advocacy

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Primary Functions

Provide assistance and instruction in activities necessary to promote and maintain independence for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities who choose to Self-Direct their services. The Self Directed Program provides as-needed care to individuals as assigned, to meet their daily needs and enable them to function at the highest possible level.

Specific Duties

• Assist individuals with specific facilitative outcomes as described in each individualized Self-Directed Plan. These duties may include personal care, community integration, money management, advocacy, employment needs, and respite.
• Seek opportunities to meet individuals' psychosocial needs through care planned and spontaneous actions.
• Provide reliable, safe, high-quality services as directed, in a thorough and caring manner.
• Implement a person-centered approach to services.
• Follow universal precautions, proper infection control, sanitation, and safety standards in all activities.
• Complete paperwork and web-based timesheets promptly in accordance with payroll processing.
• Communicate with supervisor and Circle of Support about individuals' habilitation plans that may need revisions or updates.
• Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and professionals involved in the individuals' care.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet the needs and desires of the individual served.
• Respect individuals' dignity, privacy, property, religion, and culture.
• Maintain accurate records of contacts with individuals.
• Provide interventions in crisis situations and report any allegations of abuse or neglect immediately.
• Attend mandatory training sessions.
• Provide transportation as needed, following safety procedures.
• Maintain flexibility in schedule based on individual needs.
• Be dependable, arriving on time and prepared for work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the individual or supervisor, if driving is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of practical experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred. A combination of experience and education may be substituted at the discretion of the Executive Director.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Non-profit Organization Management

This job is active and accepting applications.