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Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting their attention to the care and development of the people we support in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner which fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for the people we support in an agency facility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Residence Program Specialist will include but are not limited to the following: • Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support., • Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level., • Provides training for the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills., • Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility., • Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service trainings., • Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned., • Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action., • Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse, and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures., • Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history of the people we support in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices., • Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it., • If an emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to utilize strategies for crisis intervention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines., • Provides transportation for the people we support in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor’s appointments, etc., • Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies., • Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs., • Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan., • Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities., • Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment., • Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program., • Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after successful completion of the medication administration course, and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by residential nurse in all areas related to medication administration., • Completes all activities related to skill buildings as outlined in individual program plans, • Provides support around personal hygiene, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as needed., • Handles all personal documents of the people we support in a secure and confidential manner., • Performs related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver’s License and must maintain it in good standing, • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, residents and their families, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma or GED required, • Six months of related experience is preferred but not required, • Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire in salaried status. This training is provided by ADAPT Community Network, if needed. COMPENSATION: $19.06/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees. At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. 1. Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Helps the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs, and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain goals., 2. Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and performs follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a computer., 3. Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., 4. Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., 5. Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and understandable., 7. Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning goal., 8. Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict resolution., 9. Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., 10. Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompanies consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the consumer., 11. May have on-call responsibilities., 13. Plans, escorts, and/or arranges social or recreational activities for and with consumers., 14. Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's residence., 15. Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., 16. Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are injured., 17. Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested., 18. Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis., 19. Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities., 20. Complies with agency infection control policies., 21. Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within ICL., 22. Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities, and works with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., 23. Other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences., 2. Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor, etc., 3. Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, 4. Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse disorder., 5. Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities., 6. Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and consumers., 7. Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance., 8. Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, 9. Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures., 10. Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting., 11. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards., 12. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in writing., 13. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned., 14. Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, 15. Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., 16. Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate, 17. Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems., 18. Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis, 19. Ability to be ethical- to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree plus 1year experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities. Minimum experience requirements are waived for candidates with a bachelor’s degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW); CASE MANAGER TRAINEE: Otherwise qualified candidates who lack the indicated number of years of experience may be offered employment as Case Manager Trainees at a reduced salary, until the experience requirements are met. #ICLCWCM

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting their attention to the care and development of the people we support in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner which fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for the people we support in an agency facility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the On-Call Residence Program Specialist will include but are not limited to the following: • Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support., • Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level., • Provides training for the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills., • Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility., • Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service trainings., • Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned., • Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action., • Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse, and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures., • Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history of the people we support in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices., • Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it., • If an emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to utilize strategies for crisis intervention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines., • Assists with transportation for the people we support to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor’s appointments, etc., • Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies., • Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs., • Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan., • Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities., • Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment., • Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program., • Completes all activities related to skill buildings as outlined in individual program plans, • Provides support around personal hygiene, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as needed., • Handles all personal documents of the people we support in a secure and confidential manner., • Performs related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, residents and their families, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma or GED required, • Six months of related experience is preferred but not required COMPENSATION: $16.49/hour At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. 1. Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Helps the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs, and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain goals., 2. Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and performs follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a computer., 3. Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., 4. Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., 5. Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and understandable., 7. Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning goal., 8. Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict resolution., 9. Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., 10. Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompanies consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the consumer., 11. May have on-call responsibilities., 13. Plans, escorts, and/or arranges social or recreational activities for and with consumers., 14. Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's residence., 15. Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., 16. Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are injured., 17. Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested., 18. Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis., 19. Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities., 20. Complies with agency infection control policies., 21. Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within ICL., 22. Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities, and works with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., 23. Other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences., 2. Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor, etc., 3. Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, 4. Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse disorder., 5. Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities., 6. Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and consumers., 7. Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance., 8. Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, 9. Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures., 10. Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting., 11. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards., 12. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in writing., 13. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned., 14. Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, 15. Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., 16. Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate, 17. Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems., 18. Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis, 19. Ability to be ethical- to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree plus 1year experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities. Minimum experience requirements are waived for candidates with a bachelor’s degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW); CASE MANAGER TRAINEE: Otherwise qualified candidates who lack the indicated number of years of experience may be offered employment as Case Manager Trainees at a reduced salary, until the experience requirements are met. #ICLCWCM

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Help the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels’ consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain, • Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and perform follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a, • Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., • Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., • Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and, • Uses cognitive-behavioral techniques (e.g. role-plays, skills training, plans of action) to assist the consumer in meeting service plan, • Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning, • Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict, • Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., • Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompany consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the, • May have on-call, • Immediately reports serious incidents, serious incident allegations, incidents, or sensitive situations to supervisors. Completes incident reports in accordance with ICL policy. Accounts for consumers and files missing person reports on consumers not accounted for in accordance with ICL policy and, • Plans, escorts, and/or arrange social or recreational activities for and with, • Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's, • Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., • Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are, • Assists in the orientation of new personnel when, • Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going, • Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development, • Complies with agency infection control, • Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within, • Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities and work with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., • Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals., • Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural, • Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor,, • Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, • Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse, • Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development, • Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and, • Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems and knowing when to seek, • Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, • Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and, • Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without, • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards, • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in, • Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as, • Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, • Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., • Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving, • Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis Bachelor's degree plus two years’ experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities or other relevant human service experience, or bachelor's degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW) and one year experience.

Job Description MISSION STATEMENT Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent. POSITION OVERVIEW Under supervision of the Program Director, the Family Specialist will provide a range of culturally competent; family-centered services that support families participating in the program with healthy lifestyle goals to empower the parent-child relationship, family support systems and community integration. Family Specialist is responsible for providing office and/or support services to families including: intake and assessment; goal planning to facilitate independence and family stability; provide support and education to promote positive parent-child interaction and healthy growth and development; and coordinate with other providers for service needs, referrals and goal planning. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Assess social and psychological needs of families and children and the educational needs of children living at home., • Conduct family sessions on a monthly basis., • Assess, develop and coordinate services to families and children., • Refer families to appropriate resources, including treatment providers (for medical, mental health and dental care), child care and educational resources., • Monitor school performance of children, by communicating regularly with teachers and other educational professionals., • Create and lead psycho-educational workshops for families on topics such as child rearing, nutrition, health, and mental health., • Provide crisis intervention to prevent escalation of high-risk behavior, relapse, hospitalization, and other negative outcomes., • Acts as a liaison between families and community agencies/referrals, including Administration of Children Services (ACS)., • Ensure that families receive safe, effective, family-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable service., • Carry a case load; specific number to be determined; and meet with caseload clients on a weekly basis., • Maintain program case files and other records as “audit-ready” at all times as required by program funding sources, including but not limited to progress notes, individualized family service plans and psychosocial assessments specific to the family unit., • Utilize a strengths-based approach; maintain non-judgmental and unbiased approach., • Facilitate individual, group, and dyadic counseling sessions., • Work collaboratively with other program staff to develop and conduct parent education activities, family activities, and parent meetings; encourage parents to attend planned activities and meetings, • Associates Degree required with a combination of relevant experience to client population., • Bachelor’s Degree preferred., • 1-3 years’ experience working with the target population., • Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making., • Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion, • Must be able to multi task with strong organization sills., • Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form., • Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity., • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality. Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. 1. Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Helps the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs, and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain goals., 2. Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and performs follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a computer., 3. Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., 4. Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., 5. Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and understandable., 7. Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning goal., 8. Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict resolution., 9. Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., 10. Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompanies consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the consumer., 11. May have on-call responsibilities., 13. Plans, escorts, and/or arranges social or recreational activities for and with consumers., 14. Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's residence., 15. Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., 16. Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are injured., 17. Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested., 18. Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis., 19. Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities., 20. Complies with agency infection control policies., 21. Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within ICL., 22. Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities, and works with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., 23. Other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences., 2. Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor, etc., 3. Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, 4. Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse disorder., 5. Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities., 6. Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and consumers., 7. Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance., 8. Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, 9. Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures., 10. Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting., 11. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards., 12. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in writing., 13. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned., 14. Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, 15. Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., 16. Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate, 17. Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems., 18. Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis, 19. Ability to be ethical- to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree plus 1year experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities. Minimum experience requirements are waived for candidates with a bachelor’s degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW); or an associate's degree in a human services related field and two years of experience in human services. CASE MANAGER TRAINEE: Otherwise qualified candidates who lack the indicated number of years of experience may be offered employment as Case Manager Trainees at a reduced salary, until the experience requirements are met. #ICLCWCM

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Help the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels’ consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain, • Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and perform follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a, • Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., • Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., • Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and, • Uses cognitive-behavioral techniques (e.g. role-plays, skills training, plans of action) to assist the consumer in meeting service plan, • Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning, • Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict, • Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., • Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompany consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the, • May have on-call, • Immediately reports serious incidents, serious incident allegations, incidents, or sensitive situations to supervisors. Completes incident reports in accordance with ICL policy. Accounts for consumers and files missing person reports on consumers not accounted for in accordance with ICL policy and, • Plans, escorts, and/or arrange social or recreational activities for and with, • Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's, • Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., • Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are, • Assists in the orientation of new personnel when, • Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going, • Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development, • Complies with agency infection control, • Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within, • Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities and work with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., • Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals., • Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural, • Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor,, • Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, • Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse, • Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development, • Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and, • Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems and knowing when to seek, • Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, • Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and, • Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without, • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards, • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in, • Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as, • Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, • Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., • Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving, • Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis Bachelor's degree plus two years’ experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities or other relevant human service experience, or bachelor's degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW) and one year experience.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. 1. Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Helps the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs, and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain goals., 2. Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and performs follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a computer., 3. Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., 4. Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., 5. Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and understandable., 7. Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning goal., 8. Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict resolution., 9. Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., 10. Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompanies consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the consumer., 11. May have on-call responsibilities., 13. Plans, escorts, and/or arranges social or recreational activities for and with consumers., 14. Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's residence., 15. Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., 16. Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are injured., 17. Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested., 18. Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis., 19. Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities., 20. Complies with agency infection control policies., 21. Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within ICL., 22. Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities, and works with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., 23. Other job-related duties that may be assigned. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences., 2. Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor, etc., 3. Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, 4. Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse disorder., 5. Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities., 6. Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and consumers., 7. Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance., 8. Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, 9. Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures., 10. Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting., 11. Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards., 12. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in writing., 13. Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned., 14. Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, 15. Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., 16. Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate, 17. Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems., 18. Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis, 19. Ability to be ethical- to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree plus 1year experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities. Minimum experience requirements are waived for candidates with a bachelor’s degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW); CASE MANAGER TRAINEE: Otherwise qualified candidates who lack the indicated number of years of experience may be offered employment as Case Manager Trainees at a reduced salary, until the experience requirements are met. #ICLCWCM

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Help the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels’ consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain, • Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and perform follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a, • Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., • Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., • Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and, • Uses cognitive-behavioral techniques (e.g. role-plays, skills training, plans of action) to assist the consumer in meeting service plan, • Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning, • Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict, • Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., • Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompany consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the, • May have on-call, • Immediately reports serious incidents, serious incident allegations, incidents, or sensitive situations to supervisors. Completes incident reports in accordance with ICL policy. Accounts for consumers and files missing person reports on consumers not accounted for in accordance with ICL policy and, • Plans, escorts, and/or arrange social or recreational activities for and with, • Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's, • Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., • Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are, • Assists in the orientation of new personnel when, • Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going, • Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development, • Complies with agency infection control, • Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within, • Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities and work with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., • Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals., • Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural, • Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor,, • Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, • Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse, • Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development, • Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and, • Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems and knowing when to seek, • Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, • Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and, • Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without, • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards, • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in, • Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as, • Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, • Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., • Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving, • Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis Bachelor's degree plus two years’ experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities or other relevant human service experience, or bachelor's degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW) and one year experience.

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general supervision, is responsible for devoting their attention to the care and development of the people we support in one of the Agency’s residential facilities. Interacts in a manner which fosters dignity and learning in a way that helps lead to greater independence. Helps create a homelike atmosphere for the people we support in an agency facility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Residence Program Specialist II will include but are not limited to the following: • Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support., • Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level., • Provides training for the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills., • Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility., • Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service trainings., • Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned., • Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action., • Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse, and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures., • Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history of the people we support in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices., • Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it., • If an emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, may have to utilize strategies for crisis intervention in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines., • Assists with transportation for the people we support to and from work, shopping, programs, restaurants, movies, doctor’s appointments, etc., • Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies., • Demonstrates an understanding of and implements behavioral programs., • Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan., • Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities., • Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed to maintain a safe and homelike environment., • Supervises any other activities as may be necessary to maintain quality of the program., • Dispenses prescribed medications to the people we support after successful completion of the medication administration course, and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by residential nurse in all areas related to medication administration., • Completes all activities related to skill buildings as outlined in individual program plans, • Provides support around personal hygiene, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as needed., • Handles all personal documents of the people we support in a secure and confidential manner., • Performs related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, residents and their families, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • High School Diploma or GED required, • Six months of related experience is preferred but not required, • Salaried employees must be approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) at time of hire or within six months of date of hire in salaried status. This training is provided by ADAPT Community Network, if needed. COMPENSATION: $18.54/hour + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees. At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Help the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels’ consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain, • Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service-plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and perform follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a, • Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., • Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., • Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and, • Uses cognitive-behavioral techniques (e.g. role-plays, skills training, plans of action) to assist the consumer in meeting service plan, • Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning, • Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict, • Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., • Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompany consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the, • May have on-call, • Immediately reports serious incidents, serious incident allegations, incidents, or sensitive situations to supervisors. Completes incident reports in accordance with ICL policy. Accounts for consumers and files missing person reports on consumers not accounted for in accordance with ICL policy and, • Plans, escorts, and/or arrange social or recreational activities for and with, • Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's, • Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., • Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are, • Assists in the orientation of new personnel when, • Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going, • Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development, • Complies with agency infection control, • Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within, • Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities and work with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., • Committed to the active promotion of ICL values and goals., • Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural, • Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor,, • Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, • Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse, • Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development, • Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and, • Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems and knowing when to seek, • Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, • Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and, • Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without, • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards, • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in, • Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as, • Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, • Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., • Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving, • Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis Bachelor's degree plus two years’ experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities or other relevant human service experience, or bachelor's degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW) and one year experience.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of a team assigned to support consumers living in independent apartments in the community. Assists assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services. Participates in the provision of crisis intervention services to participants. Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance and to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living. The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision. ESSENTIAL TASKS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. 1. Travels to/visits consumers' residences to provide supportive services on a schedule established by the program. Helps the consumer to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self and others. Counsels consumers individually or in small groups regarding plans for meeting service needs, and aids the consumers to mobilize inner capabilities and environmental resources to attain goals., 2. Secures information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the individual's situation, and evaluates these and the individual's capabilities. Based on this information, completes and maintains consumer treatment plans to include quarterly service plan reviews, assessments, medical records, and changes in treatment and/or medications either manually or using a computer. Maintains a case-record for each resident/consumer and completes required forms. Continually documents consumer treatment progress. Reviews service plans and performs follow-up to determine quantity and quality service provided. Accesses and records individual and community resource information and treatment plans manually or using a computer., 3. Maintains up-to-date, accurate individual case records on each assigned consumer and develops measurable and objective service plans that maximize consumer rehabilitative abilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Ensures that plans include consideration of the consumer's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs and primary language., 4. Provides supportive counseling in 1 :1 or group formats that assist the consumer to modify attitudes and behaviors as needed., 5. Obtains and develops resource information for consumers in all aspects of their care; disseminates this information to consumers in a manner that is clear and understandable., 6. Uses cognitive-behavioral techniques (e.g. role-plays, skills training, plans of action) to assist the consumer in meeting service plan goals., 7. Facilitates individualized services to the consumer that meet the diverse needs of the consumer and focus on-the discharge-planning goal., 8. Explains the types of clinical services, recreational activities, and ICL programs available to consumers; instructs the consumer in daily living skills, socialization skill enhancement and conflict resolution., 9. Performs crisis assessment and nonverbal and verbal crisis intervention., 10. Refers consumers to community resources and other organizations. Accompanies consumers on regularly scheduled or emergency visits to medical treatment facilities, social agencies, government offices, or other locations associated with the treatment or assistance of the consumer., 11. Rotate on-call responsibilities., 12. Immediately reports serious incidents, serious incident allegations, incidents, or sensitive situations to supervisors. Completes incident reports in accordance with ICL policy. Accounts for consumers and files missing person reports on consumers not accounted for in accordance with ICL policy and procedure., 13. Plans, escorts, and/or arranges social or recreational activities for and with consumers., 14. Performs regular inspections of the consumer's residence to ensure the safety of the consumers, accountability of ICL property, and cleanliness of consumer's residence., 15. Reviews the staff communications log and makes entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management., 16. Executes emergency plans as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Administers CPR or first aid to staff or consumers who are injured., 17. Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested., 18. Complies with attendance and timekeeping rules and reports reliably and regularly to work on an on-going basis., 19. Attends regularly scheduled clinical meetings, staff meetings and supervision as well as in-service training and development activities., 20. Complies with the agency infection control policies., 21. Advocates on behalf of consumer with outside service providers and within ICL., 22. Assists resident/consumer in finding and getting into vocational training or other training opportunities, and works with other team members (Substance Abuse Specialist, Nurse) in addressing the needs of consumers., 23. Other job-related duties that may be assigned. Additional duties of Senior Case Manager 1. Caseload will include clinical high-risk client., 2. Carry a minimum of 12 clients at a given time or during the time of case management vacancies, 3. Provide peer to peer support to case managers through modeling and coaching, 4. Willing and able to address crisis intervention in community, 5. Provide assistant and support with program audits and follow ups, 6. Assist with the management and training of spreadsheets utilized for case management MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree plus 1.5 years' experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities. Minimum experience requirements are waived for candidates with a bachelor's degree that required a one year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities ( e.g., BSW); or an associate's degree in a human services related field and two years of experience in human services; ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences., • Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers, including modeling appropriate interpersonal interactions, demeanor, etc., • Ability to effectively use required software such as IMA, Word, Outlook, and other technology required by ICL, • Basic understanding of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse disorder., • Willingness to continually learn and apply knowledge and willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities., • Ability to function as an effective team member, including performing share of work, cooperating with coworkers, and securing cooperation, and maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with co-workers, supervisors and consumers., • Ability to use sound judgment in identifying and solving problems, and knowing when to seek assistance., • Ability to be aware of self and one's impact on others, • Ability to learn, understand and comply with all regulations, policies and procedures., • Ability to organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting., • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards, • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public both orally and in writing., • Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned., • Ability to work independently, and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures, • Ability to be empathic, actively looking for ways to help people, to be compassionate and hopeful and to believe and help others work toward recovery., • Ability to engage in active listening-attending to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate Ability to identify the nature of problems and to participate effectively in solving problems., • Ability to report for work as scheduled on a consistent basis, • Ability to be ethical- to understand and adhere to internal and external laws, rules, and policies