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- HeartShare Human Services of New York
Direct Support Professional1 month ago$18.36 hourlyFull-timeStaten Island, New YorkWhat is a Direct Support Professional? The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for implementing person-centered services for each individual. This includes ensuring implementation of the individuals services, goals, and outcomes in relation to program-based and community inclusion activities. In addition, the Direct Support Professional is solely responsible for the individual's overall physical and emotional well-being. You would be responsible for: - Under supervision, provide support and services which involve advocating for, encouraging, guiding, and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, ensuring community integration, assisting individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation. - You would help individuals to participate in games and recreational programs; coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills; and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. - You would collaborate with other staff to implement and record care plans and, in accordance with special instructions, you may administer medication. These positions are physically demanding. - You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of individuals in emergency situations. - You will participate in staff meetings, in-service training and on-site workshops as required for professional growth and development. Attending external training and workshops in the direction of direct supervisor or program management. Maintain certification in *AMAP, CPR, First Aid and SCIP, as required. - You must be able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, stretch, and lift bedridden and/or incapacitated individuals. - You will help to promote and support the inclusion of individuals in their community according to their unique needs, interests, and desires. Model and encourage interaction between individuals and community members. Help foster individuals’ personal growth by assisting in forming and maintaining friendships with neighbors, co-workers, and peers. - You will help with transporting individuals or assist them in taking public transportation. - You will assist in maintaining positive communications with family members, advocates, and service providers as per program needs. To learn more about what direct support professionals do on the job every day. Qualifications You are a good fit if you have: - High school diploma, GED, CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant certification) or possess a Direct Support Professional (DSP) certificate from an accredited public or private organization. - One year or more work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. - Excellent written, communication and mathematical skills. - Valid NYS driver license preferred but not required. - A flexible work schedule. Benefits: What we offer once YOU join our growing family: At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You can expect: - Paid time off (holidays, calendar, sick and personal) - Professional development opportunities - Team environment - Medical and dental benefits - Employer-paid life insurance - Optional insurance (life, disability, etc.) - 403(B) retirement plans - Flexible spending account (dependent care, medical, parking, and transit) - Employee assistance program HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). About HeartShare Who WE ARE: For over one hundred years, HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team, now 2,100 employees and growing, helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives. To learn more about HeartShare, please to apply
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Assistant Director of Residential Services1 month ago$60000–$65000 yearlyFull-timeHackensack River Waterfront, Jersey CityCome join our dynamic team at Hudson Milestones, where passion and excellence unite! The Assistant Director position provides program support and staff development-related services within our Residential Department. Job Description: This position provides program support and staff development-related services in the Residential Services Department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to interviewing, providing initial orientation, monitoring of training and all staffing needs in the residential program, as well as administration and supervision. Staff training and counseling will be provided also. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of residential programs, program quality, and licensing components. This title is a backup to the Senior Director of Residential Services and/or Director of Program’s position. This job title is an exempt position as specified in NJAC. Responsibilities: - Responsible for reading, understanding and complying with all appropriate governing documents in the administration of their programs, be it contracts, agency policies and procedures, State or Federal standards, specific program operations manuals, and circulars both internal and external. - Provides supervision, training, and evaluation to multiple group home staff and supervisors. - Accurately reports all Unusual Incident Reports (UIRs) to the Department Director and to the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities at the approval of the Department Director and Chief Executive Officer. - Responsible for completing all UIRs and follow-up reports accordingly. - Develops and maintains accurate program budgets and expenditure records to ensure the responsible use of program funds in collaboration with the Director of Finance. - Ensures payroll processes are appropriately managed and observed in collaboration with the E-Time Coordinator, Director of Finance, and Department Director. - Ensures daily operation matters that pertain to insurance, repairs, maintenance, etc. are appropriately managed and reported in collaboration with the Director of Operations or designee. - Monitors program site operations to ensure appropriate design and implementation of program activities, complete/accurate files and recordkeeping systems, site safety, and medication supervision. Trains staff as needed to ensure compliance and quality of services. - Responsible for maintaining and following up on the department’s Continuous Quality Improvement system in collaboration with Director of Compliance and Department Director. - Must have the ability to independently monitor and update as necessary the Department’s Operations Manual in alliance with regulations, CCP Manual and other - grantor mandated changes, with the approval of the Department Director and Chief Executive Officer. - Conducts new client intake interviews and coordinates intake into services as per - eligibility and admission criteria, as approved by the Chief Executive Officer. - Develops and implements new residential and related services as required by program/client needs. - Reviews Individual Service Plans for Residential Services clients and reports discrepancies to the Support Coordinator through the Individualized Service Plan - (ISP) Worksheet for Residential Providers. - Ensures accuracy of files and recordkeeping systems for Individual Service Plans. - Develops positive and professional relationships with Support Coordination Agencies and other key external contacts. - Serves as a liaison between the agency and the New Jersey Division of Developmental - Disabilities, as well as other community providers, community organizations, and client family members. - Coordinates, attends, and/or schedules all required meetings relevant to the operation of the residential program as directed by the Department Director and the Chief Executive Officer. - Monitors and spot checks staff schedules to ensure appropriate program coverage and accordance with standards and policy. - Assists with coordinating the departmental staff training day, creates and delivers program specific trainings or trainings for agency training days, as determined by the Chief Executive Officer. - Interviews prospective employees and makes recommendations to the Department - Director and the Chief Executive Officer on new hires, terminations, promotions, disciplinary actions, and transfers. - Ensures all necessary mandated documents have been secured for all employees. - Assists in the development of the Quality Assurance tools to monitor compliance and ensure corrective action when necessary. - Works cooperatively and collaboratively with the Department of Finance and Operations to ensure that all fiscal related matters are properly executed. - Responsible for ensuring all staff trainings for the department are in compliance as it pertains to the department and the College of Direct Support (CDS). - Responsible for reviewing referrals and making recommendations accordingly to Department Director and Chief Executive Officer. - Accurately and professionally communicates with all Support Coordinators or interested parties wanting to receive services. - Works closely with and keeps the Department Director informed of departmental activities and client support needs or changes daily. If necessary, reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer. - Works cooperatively and collaboratively with other Departments in the best interest of the organization and those we serve. - Ensures that a safe and healthy environment is maintained for all clients at all times. - Works flexible hours and available for on-call as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Special Education, Psychology, or related field; or equivalent experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Minimum of 5 years’ experience working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities including individual support plan development, program monitoring, and behavioral plan development experience preferred in residential settings. A minimum of two years additional experience in a residential program. A minimum of 3 years supervisory/management experience in a residential program. Minimum 21 years of age as mandated by the Community Care Manual. Valid New Jersey Driver’s License Must have cleared I3 screen, Department of Human Services FBI Fingerprints, Central Registry and Child Abuse Registry. Skills: Strong written and oral skills. Adequate computer skills in Microsoft word, Outlook and Excel Able to deliver effective presentations and training programs Good planning and organizational skills Professional disposition Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification a plus Application Instructions: To apply, please submit your resume along with fully completing all fields of our job application form via www.hudsonmilestones.org. Be sure to complete all sections of the application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Note: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or uniformed servicemember status. The salary range and benefits listed above follow New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and qualifications.
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