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Job Description Who We Are: At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org. Overview: As a Fiscal Intermediary Coordinator (FIC), you'll play a crucial role in overseeing Self-Direction Plans and Budgets. You'll process paperwork, bill for services, and work closely with participants, families, and vendors to ensure services and reimbursements are provided promptly and accurately. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy collaborating with others, and want to contribute to a supportive and efficient system, we want to hear from you! Why You’ll Love Working With Us: A supportive, inclusive team culture where your contributions make a real difference. The chance to work for an organization that transforms lives and empowers individuals with developmental disabilities. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. What You Will Do: • Collaborate and Implement: Work closely with Circles of Support and the CMA's Self-Direction (SD) Team to successfully implement and manage self-directed plans and budgets for our dynamic and growing program., • Maintain Records: Keep accurate copies of plans, budgets, and all components of individual service records and documents to support billing., • Communicate Staffing Concerns: Relay any invoice concerns, including missing payments, to Senior FIC and Program Director. Relay any staffing concerns reported by families to the SHSS Coordinator and Program Director., • Organize Documentation: Maintain organized documentation of reimbursement approvals in line with current CMA policies., • Report Incidents: Appropriately report incidents to the Justice Center and Fiscal Intermediary (FI)., • Ensure Understanding: Ensure that individuals and Circle of Support members have a clear understanding of what constitutes a reportable incident. Minimum Qualifications: • Self-Direction experience preferred, • Bachelor’s degree and three years in human health service field preferred., • Three-year experience as Self-Directed Broker or related OPWDD position., • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail., • Excellent communications and interpersonal skills., • Proficient in computer programs such as Word/Excel/PowerPoint., • Working Knowledge of OPWDD services and supports. Work Location: Westbury, NY (Nassau County) Work Hours/Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 6 PM with flexible scheduling options Pay: $55,000/year Generous Benefits: • Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment., • Dental Benefits: Employer-paid., • Vision Plan, • Accident Insurance, • Critical Illness Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • Identity Theft & Fraud Protection, • Legal Services, • 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%., • Life Insurance: Employer sponsored, • Tuition Assistance, • Section 125 Flexible Spending Program, • Additional Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits Paid Time Off: • Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours., • Up to 40 hours of personal time per calendar year., • 10 paid holidays. As a non-profit organization, we offer employees the opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community while benefiting from this valuable financial relief. Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Day Services Operations Coordinator When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. As a Day Services Operations Coordinator, you will act as a support to the Associate Director to ensure that all programs provide services of the highest quality. Ensure that all assigned programs meet all regulatory requirements. Assist in training of Day Services staff as needed. Ensure that all agency policies, initiatives, and operational performance goals are met. Specifically, as a Day Services Operations Coordinator you will: • Assist the Day Services Associate Director with the day to day operations of all assigned programs, • Participate and prepare for internal audits of all assigned programs as scheduled, • Review and ensure all staff trainings are in compliance with agency requirements and conduct trainings as assigned., • Assist and collaborate with program Administrators in the training of all direcet support level staff to ensure consistency in training and orientation of new staff, • Coordinate with Day Services Administrators/PCs/TCs to ensure all programs meet departmental standards., • Ensure all clinical records for each person supported are maintained as per regulatory requirements., • Conduct regular reviews of all plans for protective oversight to ensure they are accurate, person-centered and contain all required information., • Ensure all fire drills and attendance and all related documentation is completed and maintained in accordance with regulations, • Ensure all Life Plans, Staff Action Plans, and LCEDs are valid, accurate, uploaded and distributed in accordance with billing requirements, • Ensure all daily notes, and monthly notes for all people enrolled in the program are completed, reviewed and approved in accordance with billing regulations and requirements, • Assist Adminstrators/PCs/TCs with updating and maintaining Infection Control, Safety Protocols, and Emergency Preparedness manuals and documentation in accordance with regulations, • Act as a liaison to ACLD’s Regulatory Affairs to ensure timely and accurate submissions of all Corrective Action Plans., • Ensure that all assigned programs complete special projects as assigned., • Maintain collaborative relationships with other ACLD programs and departments to maximize service coordination and integration., • Other duties as assigned We require: • High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Human Services preferred., • Three years in the DD field and one year supervisory experience required., • Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and systems preferred, • The ability to obtain (within 180 days of hire), maintain and perform SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention Certification) which may require bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, lying on the ground and supporting another person's body weight with their own. Staff may be required to attend the SCIP Restrictive course based on program need Please submit your resume online at www.acld.org or text us for more information 516 732-3979 An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V 5227

Job Description:\n\nIf you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.\n\nAbout the Position\n\nWe are hiring an Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialist (ABIS) in Nassau County!\n\nIn addition to carrying out all direct care functions of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) the ABIS provides clinical support relating to habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of persons supported by the team under the direction and supervision of the Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) through educating other direct care staff and program leadership on habilitative and Behavior Support Plans, supporting clinical assessments and interventions, ensuring consistent and effective data collection and providing direct feedback.\n\nProvides leadership to the team on shift, directing and assisting direct care staff in the absence of a Program Supervisor and/or Assistant Supervisor.\n\nYAI's Mission\n\nReady to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? \nWorking at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! \n\nJoin us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers. \n\nProgram\n\n Residential Services\n\nLocation\n\n Nassau County (Long Island)\n\nSchedule (Full time)\n\n Sunday through Thursday evenings, or:\n Tuesday through Saturday evenings\n Some flexibility may be required\n\nKey/Essential Functions & Responsibilities\n\nAll Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialists (ABIS) perform the following tasks:\n\n Performs all duties of a Direct Support Professional (DSP 1 – 3) as indicated in job descriptions, in addition to ABIS duties on a regular basis and/or as requested to ensure the overall supervision, protection and care of individuals in program, assisting in maximizing their strengths, interests and abilities while upholding their personal rights and facilitating activities that provide social capital and connections to the community.\n Leads the identification, facilitation and scheduling of community inclusion activities for assigned program based on feedback from and needs of persons supported, coordinating resources, securing necessary funds and ensuring that activities are completed and appropriately documented.\n Supports provision of appropriate, therapeutically documented levels of supervision to ensure and protect the health, safety and well-being of individuals at all times by ensuring updates and changes to levels of supervision for persons we support are regularly communicated to all staff and appropriately documented; may run shift meetings, assigning duties, completing shift sheet and making recommendations to ensure staff are qualified and able to maintain current prescribed levels of supervision.\n Understands and uses specialized clinical knowledge of person-specific needs and signs or symptoms of ailments/syndromes including mental health/medical conditions to provide effective supports to individuals, identify and escalate concerns to leadership and inform activities, training or specialized education or augmented trainings for staff.\n Stays up to date with current issues, diagnoses, needs and levels of supervision for the persons supported in assigned program under the supervision of BIS.\n Works with BIS to identify habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of the persons supported and to ensure all programming and activities relating to clinical interventions are implemented consistently, in accordance with individualized plans.\n Provides guidance to program staff, setting the appropriate tone and ensuring that the standards of care are followed by modeling excellent counseling skills and interactions with persons supported and through use of person-centered philosophy and tools.\n Implements Behavior Support Plans, demonstrating understanding of behavior as communication and employing person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation.\n Trains direct care staff individually, on the floor and/or in groups using the EMOE training system to support effective implementation of habilitative and behavioral programming by program staff through regular observations, direct feedback, communicating clinical rationales and ensuring appropriate data collection techniques.\n Serves as lead trainer for weekend staff and supports new staff in developing and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies.\n Participates in the development of treatment plans including individualized habilitative plans, collaborating with BIS to write services, goals, outcomes and/or supports in accordance with the agency philosophy, as determined by assessments of individual needs and learning capabilities.\n Assists BIS with gathering and collecting data required to conduct formal and informal behavioral and habilitative assessments (written questionnaires, standardized tests, rating scales, baseline data, etc.) by conducting observations and/or soliciting information from other direct support staff, circles of support or other sources, as applicable.\n Monitors collection of data used to assess progress toward habilitative and behavioral goals, ensuring that new data sheets are accessible to staff at the beginning of each month and that staff are consistently and accurately collecting and documenting data in accordance with established systems by reviewing documentation, retraining staff and following up as needed; may assist with design of data collection systems for habilitative goals.\n Completes and maintains all required paperwork and documentation for persons supported in appropriate format(s) and file(s) in accordance with applicable requirements including compiling, totaling and summarizing data, writing monthlies describing overall progress and completing person centered materials; reviews and ensures all psychiatric/therapy anecdotals are complete and appropriate and assists other program staff with documentation or compiling information or data, as needed or directed.\n Attends and actively participates in team meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), consulting with IDT to ensure streamlined and top-quality care and providing feedback or ideas to improve supports and/or program operations and updates or changes relating to data management, assessments or programming requirements.\n Regularly participates in life plan and other meetings for persons supported and in regional assistant or other clinical team meetings providing information, contributing to agendas and completing tasks or activities resulting from meetings as directed by leadership team (training, assessments, reviews, etc.).\n Serves as lead on weekend and evening shifts or when otherwise requested, monitoring day-to-day program operations and providing support to staff in the absence of Program Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor and/or BIS. \n Maintains an awareness of program operations, staff performance and overall condition/wellness of persons supported through regular interactions and observations and by working together with the leadership team to identify and directly address, resolve, recommend actions or solutions and/or appropriately escalating concerns, signs and symptoms, problems or other occurrences.\n Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and to ensure compliance with YAI policies or other applicable rules or regulations and clinical trainings as recommended by BIS, effectively applying skills or teaching others.\n Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).\n For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials.\n Performs all other duties, as assigned\n\nExperienced Assistant BIS may be selected for assignment reporting into the BIS Department, under day-to-day supervision of Program Supervisor and BIS Supervisor performing the following tasks, in addition to the above:\n\n Provides support and coverage by performing ABIS tasks for multiple programs across assigned region, with assignments of varying length, frequency and schedule as determined by caseload needs and as directed by BIS Coordinator/Supervisor.\n Integrates into assigned program teams, demonstrating flexibility in accommodating the needs of each specific program and provides training on behavioral/clinical system to new staff, as needed.\n Obtains and effectively communicates behavioral/clinical information to interdisciplinary teams and families as directed by the BIS and ensures tracking and completion of follow-ups needed for the people we support across multiple programs.\n\nMinimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) \n\n Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or closely related Human Services discipline and at least six (6) months of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or supporting adults or children with complex social-emotional, mental health and/or behavior support needs in a group or individual setting (home program, day treatment center, school, ABA environment, etc.) or\n Formal training, including college coursework in psychology, sociology, human behavior, mental health, special education and/or I/DD and at least two (2) years of experience as described above; or\n At least four (4) years of experience in a direct care role (e.g. DSP) in a YAI program in good standing; and\n Working knowledge of behavioral/psychiatric conditions, including the interplay between I/DD and other conditions and ability to effectively gather, document and accurately communicate related information to staff, clinical team and/or external providers; and\n Exceptional written and oral communication skills including the ability to professionally, coherently and objectively document services provided and summarize progress for billing and tracking purposes and to effectively convey information regarding individuals supported across various levels and with external providers or circles of support; and\n Ability and willingness to lead, direct and teach others technical skills and/or knowledge, both on-the-job and through formal training in group or individual settings; and\n Must hold foundational certifications for current service setting: Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R), CPR (issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association) and YAI-issued Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) certification for residential assignments or Day Services Model Mentorship Training for day assignments. \n \n Current YAI employees changing settings must obtain AMAP (for new residential assignment) or Day Services Model Mentorship Training (for new day assignment) and any additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported within three (3) months of appointment\n Newly hired employees must obtain (and maintain) required YAI certifications based on setting and program within six (6) months of appointment; and\n \n Must maintain foundational certifications (as described above) and any required program-specific certifications; or\n Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training; however, all newly hired employees must be at least 18 years old.\n Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff.\n Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids with limited direction and in accordance with documented plans.\n Strong clinical skills including the ability to assess and analyze information or draw appropriate conclusions, communicate clinical rationales, effectively compile, compare and aggregate data/information; and interpret information.\n Ability to remain calm, act assertively and display professional competence and good judgment in stressful situations, including with challenging individuals or behaviors and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment.\n Proficiency with computers and electronic systems including email, utilizing Workday and/or related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks.\n Ability to work on a full-time basis, including at least one regularly scheduled weekend day and to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized.\n Ability to travel to regional trainings or meetings at designated YAI locations within assigned region and to locations within NYC metro area on occasion. \n For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification (based on position/location/program).\n\nABIS assigned to BIS Department must also meet the following additional requirements\n\n Three (3) years of experience working within I/DD field, including at least one (1) year as an Assistant BIS in a YAI program in good standing; and\n Ability to regularly travel to several programs within assigned region and work varying schedules/shifts, as needed; and\n Ability to quickly develop productive working relationships, address team challenges and work effectively with various teams.\n\nPreferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)\n\n Active pursuit of a Master’s degree in clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology or applied psychology\n Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work or closely related Human Services discipline\n Two (2) or more years of e

Job Description At Community Mainstreaming, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Learn more about our impactful work at www.communitymainstreaming.org. Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) to join our team in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will play a key part in enhancing the quality of life for the people we serve by developing and implementing positive, person-centered behavioral strategies. Under the guidance of a clinical psychologist, the BIS monitors individualized behavioral support plans aimed at increasing functional skills and reducing challenging behaviors. Your work will focus on empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and actively participate in their communities. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. Areas of Responsibility: • Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and collaborate on additional evaluations with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)., • Develop and implement individualized behavior support plans under the guidance of a clinical psychologist, focusing on skill-building in emotional regulation, time management, socialization, and conflict resolution., • Set measurable behavioral goals, track progress through data systems, and provide monthly and quarterly reports based on data analysis., • Deliver hands-on training and ongoing coaching to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to ensure consistent implementation of behavior plans., • Lead in-service training on topics such as therapeutic environments, de-escalation techniques, and proactive behavioral strategies., • Coordinate care with psychologists, day programs, families, and other support networks to ensure cohesive and person-centered behavioral support., • Monitor psychiatric medications and provide data-driven reports to psychiatrists; attend or prepare for psychiatric consultations as needed., • Respond to behavioral crises and train staff in emergency interventions; participate in on-call crisis support., • Present behavior plans and medication requests to the Human Rights Committee for review and approval., • Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, including annual, semi-annual, and weekly sessions., • Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of all behavioral support services, both on-site and electronically., • Offer therapeutic support to residents and day program participants as needed. Minimum Qualifications: • Master’s degree in psychology, School Psychology, Applied Psychology, or a related clinical field., • Minimum 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities; 3 years preferred, • Strong background in behavioral assessment and support plan development., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Willingness to travel between program sites as needed. Work Location: Nassau County Work Hours/Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday Generous Benefits: • Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment., • Dental Benefits: Employer-paid., • Vision Plan, • Accident Insurance, • Critical Illness Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • Identity Theft & Fraud Protection, • Legal Services, • 403(B) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%., • Life Insurance, • Tuition Assistance, • Section 125 Flexible Spending Program, • Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits, • Paid Time Off Community Mainstreaming Associates is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description Job Summary The dedicated and collaborative Shift Supervisor is responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth and facilitates the development of mutual aid/self-help skills with the people we support. The ideal candidate will supervise staff and provide the appropriate supports tailored to the needs and desires of each person being supported to enable them to live as independently as possible. The Shift Supervisor is expected to recognize when an individual is in a crisis and be able to utilize the appropriate psychiatric and medical back up services. The salary range for this position is $19.24 - $20.20 hourly Responsibilities Program Operations • Ensure program goals are implemented by Direct Support Professional, • Implement and adhere to established treatment plans, • Provide hands on supervisor of individuals with Autism, including implementation of behavior goals and behavior plans, • Maintain client’s personal allowance accounts, • Schedule staff at the residence, • Coordinate shopping and proper meal distribution, • Maintain correspondence with Nurse and Medical Coordinator to ensure appropriate medical appointments are made and occur, • Coordinate recreational goals, • Maintain all required certifications Transportation/Administration • Transport residents in agency vehicles as needed, • Report issues regarding vehicles to supervisor, • Flexible to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays when necessary, • Maintain individual/family confidentiality, • Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals, • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies, • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management Work Experience & Qualifications • High School Diploma or G.E.D. required, • AMAP, First Aid, CPR, and SCIP-R certifications required or Aptitude to obtain upon hire, • Demonstrate patience, ability to learn, and utilize systematic procedures in order to enhance individual’s independence and quality of life, • 1 -2 years of OPWDD experience, • Experience working with Intellectual Developmental Disabled (I/DD) populations, • Maintain a clean and valid Driver’s License required, • Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items, • Ability to run when needed, • Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served, • Punctuality and regular attendance is expected Mission QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills. Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff), • Medical can be as low as $10 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff), • Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) Start with 24 days annually, • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff), • Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff), • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, • 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match (for FT staff), • Opportunities for career advancement, • Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. *This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. QSAC12 To apply: Please send resumes to jobs@qsac.com

Job Description At Community Mainstreaming Associates, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Join our team and help create meaningful experiences that promote independence, personal growth, and community inclusion. Learn more about our impactful work at www.communitymainstreaming.org. Key ResponsibilitiesResident Support & Medical Oversight Assist residents with personal care, nutrition, hygiene, and meal planning as needed. Promote resident health and safety while providing education regarding medical conditions and medications. Administer medications, including insulin and tube feeding when required by residents' treatment plans, in accordance with New York State AMAP regulations and applicable policies. Assist residents with scheduling medical appointments and advocate for them during medical visits. Ensure medical follow-ups are documented and communicated appropriately to the Registered Nurse and Residence Manager. Provide first aid and emergency medical treatment within the scope of training and applicable requirements. Track and report medical and medication updates, behavioral supports, daily goal implementation, and other required information. Complete monthly medical and medication audits in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Attend monthly staff meetings and bi-weekly Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings. Participate in residents' annual Life Plan meetings. Serve as a positive role model and promote healthy, respectful interactions. Incident Management Participate in required training related to incident prevention, response, and documentation. Follow all applicable regulatory and agency policies and procedures for incident management and reporting. Promptly communicate and document incidents and health-related concerns according to established procedures. Record Keeping & Documentation Accurately document services, medical appointments, medications, and relevant health information in the electronic health record system. Maintain medical record binders for assigned residents. Maintain residents' "To-Go" books for medical appointments and emergency or urgent-care visits. Complete daily service delivery notes and other required documentation accurately and on time. Maintain confidentiality and ensure records are handled in accordance with organizational policies and applicable regulations. Communication & Collaboration Communicate effectively and professionally with residents, families, coworkers, healthcare professionals, day habilitation programs, care coordinators, and other members of the support team. Communicate medical needs, appointments, changes in condition, and other relevant information to appropriate team members. Notify families of significant changes in residents' conditions, including urgent care visits and hospitalizations, as required. Collaborate with the RN, Residence Manager, and interdisciplinary team to promote continuity of care. Minimum Qualifications Required: High school diploma or GED. Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Current AMAP certification. Knowledge of OPWDD medical and medication regulations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with electronic health records and electronic documentation systems. Valid New York State Driver's License. Smartphone required. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move throughout the workday. Ability to provide physical assistance to residents when required and within applicable training and safety guidelines. Work Location East Meadow and Massapequa, NY The schedule will be shared between both residential locations. Work Hours / Schedule Full-time — Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM 40 hours per week The position will be scheduled across the East Meadow and Massapequa locations. Pay $21.50 per hour Generous Benefits Community Mainstreaming Associates offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and professional development. Health & Wellness Benefits Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Employer-paid Dental Benefits Vision Plan Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Legal Services 403(b) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%. Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid coverage equal to 1x annual salary. Voluntary Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Benefits Section 125 Flexible Spending Program Tuition Assistance Paid Time Off Join our team and make a difference with us! If you're compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting the health and well-being of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we invite you to join Community Mainstreaming Associates as a Medical Counselor. Your dedication can help residents maintain their health, achieve greater independence, and live fulfilling lives in their communities. Community Mainstreaming Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description At Community Mainstreaming Associates (CMA), our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Our vocational programs help individuals explore career interests, develop employment skills, and achieve meaningful community participation. Learn more about our impactful work at www.communitymainstreaming.org. As a Vocational Coordinator, you will play a key role in guiding staff, strengthening programs, and creating opportunities for individuals to pursue meaningful employment and community participation. Key Responsibilities: Program Oversight • Oversee the daily operations of Supported Employment (SEMP) and Community-Based Prevocational Services., • Assign and monitor staff caseloads to support effective and balanced service delivery., • Monitor participant enrollment, service delivery, utilization, and program needs., • Ensure services are provided in accordance with OPWDD regulations, Medicaid requirements, and agency policies and procedures., • Collaborate with leadership regarding program performance, staffing needs, service development, and participant outcomes., • Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance program quality and effectiveness. Staff Supervision & Development • Directly supervise assigned Job Coaches, Job Developers, Prevocational staff, and the designated Vocational Lead., • Provide routine supervision, coaching, performance feedback, and corrective guidance when necessary., • Establish clear expectations and monitor staff performance, productivity, documentation, and service delivery., • Participate in staff onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development., • Support staff in maintaining compliance with program requirements and service expectations., • Ensure the Vocational Lead completes assigned administrative responsibilities while maintaining direct-service responsibilities. Participant Services & Documentation • Participate in Life Plan meetings, Circle of Support meetings, and other team meetings as needed., • Review, update, and approve Staff Action Plans, Discovery Reports, Job Development Plans, Vocational Development Plans, and other required vocational documentation., • Ensure service notes, collateral contacts, monthly summaries, and required documentation are completed accurately and within established timelines., • Guide staff in identifying participant strengths, barriers, vocational goals, and appropriate supports., • Provide leadership and escalation support for complex participant, family, or employment-related concerns. Community Engagement & Employment Support • Build and maintain relationships with employers, volunteer sites, community partners, and training organizations., • Monitor staff efforts related to employment retention, job coaching, community-based skill development, and vocational readiness., • Support the development of meaningful community-based opportunities for Prevocational participants., • Promote person-centered approaches that encourage independence and employment success. Compliance, Reporting & Quality Assurance • Ensure program services and documentation comply with OPWDD, Medicaid, and agency standards., • Ensure required monthly and quarterly reports are accurate and submitted within required timelines., • Monitor documentation, service delivery, and billing readiness for quality assurance., • Address compliance, documentation, and service delivery concerns with assigned staff., • Support preparation for audits, reviews, and quality improvement activities. Qualifications: • Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD)., • Prior supervisory or management experience required., • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines., • Proficiency with computers, electronic documentation systems, and common workplace technology., • Valid New York State Driver’s License., • Reliable transportation with current insurance and registration., • Smartphone required. Preferred: • Experience working in Supported Employment (SEMP), Pre-Vocational Services, or vocational programming., • Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and Medicaid documentation requirements., • Experience supervising employment, vocational, or direct support staff. Work Location The position may require travel throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties based on program needs, participant services, meetings, and community activities. Reliable personal transportation is required. Proof of insurance and registration must be maintained. Work Hours / Schedule Full-time Monday–Friday Schedule may vary based on participant needs, staff supervision requirements, meetings, and operational needs. Health & Wellness Benefits • Medical, • Dental, • Vision Plan, • Accident Insurance, • Critical Illness Insurance, • Pet Insurance, • Identity Theft & Fraud Protection, • Legal Services, • 403(b) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%., • Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid coverage of 1x annual salary., • Voluntary Life Insurance, • Long-Term Disability Benefits, • Section 125 Flexible Spending Program, • Tuition Assistance, • Paid Time Off Community Mainstreaming Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job DescriptionDSP (Direct Support Professional) Braverhood $18 - $20 Hourly RatePart-Time for Weekdays and/or Weekends What We Offer Flexible schedules PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid training Meaningful, rewarding work Responsibilities Provide one-on-one support in the home and community Help individuals achieve personal goals Encourage communication, socialization, and independence Assist with activities of daily living Document services and progress Follow agency and OPWDD requirements Requirements Experience working with individuals with special needs preferred Experience with children or young adults preferred Valid driver's license and personal vehicle REQUIRED Reliable transportation Dependable, accountable, and punctual U.S. Citizen or valid work authorization Complete required paid DSP training after hire Dress Code: Casual, appropriate, and respectful. If you’re compassionate, reliable, and passionate about helping others thrive, join the Braverhood team!

Job DescriptionDSP (Direct Support Professional) Braverhood$18 - $20 Hourly RatePart-Time for Weekdays and/or Weekends What We Offer Flexible schedules PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid training Meaningful, rewarding work Responsibilities Provide one-on-one support in the home and community Help individuals achieve personal goals Encourage communication, socialization, and independence Assist with activities of daily living Document services and progress Follow agency and OPWDD requirements Requirements Experience working with individuals with special needs preferred Experience with children or young adults preferred Valid driver's license and personal vehicle REQUIRED Reliable transportation Dependable, accountable, and punctual U.S. Citizen or valid work authorization Complete required paid DSP training after hire Dress Code: Casual, appropriate, and respectful. If you’re compassionate, reliable, and passionate about helping others thrive, join the Braverhood team!

Job Description Direct Support Professionals - Residential Services for developmentally disabled adults (OPWDD) Manhasset, LI. Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life. CCLI is looking for Direct Service Professionals with generous hearts and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing “care with dignity and life with hope” to our developmentally disabled group home residents. Responsibilities: • Transport/safeguard residents on outings, • Coach residents in skills development & administer medications, • Provide person-centered care including personal care as needed, • Perform household maintenance tasks, including meal preparation, • Other duties as assigned Qualifications: • A HS diploma/GED, • Valid NYS Driver’s License, • Ability to perform tasks that may require stooping, crouching, and 2-person lifting up to 250 pounds., • Ability to maintain personal safety and respond appropriately in a calm, non-confrontational manner during an individual's physical or emotional outburst. Schedule: Part-time, Evening, Weekend and On Call opportunities available. Typical staffing needs include: • Evenings – (3p-11p) (part time & including weekends), • Weekend dayshifts – (9a-3p) Base Rate of Pay: $21. per hour (Weekend differential pay is an additional $1.00/hr.) This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position. To apply: Visit our website at www.catholiccharities.cc/careers/job-opportunities where you can apply online with your resume Catholic Charities of Long Island - An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. About the Position Work when you want and pick up shifts that work around your availability 24/7. Great opportunity for supplemental income! We are hiring Per Diem Direct Support Professionals for our Glen Cove locations. DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person’s home, in their family’s home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. YAI's Mission Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers. Program • Residential Location • Glen Cove Schedule • Morning , evening, overnight and weekend shifts available. Per Diem staff are expected to work a minimum of 16hrs per month after completing required paid agency training. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities • Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships., • Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others., • Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations., • Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans., • Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment., • Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols., • Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including:, • Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping., • Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines., • Teaching/developing skills., • Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals., • Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals., • Facilitating ethical decision making., • Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies., • Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc., • Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided., • Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs)., • Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)., • Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals’ observable behavior., • Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team., • Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills., • Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)., • Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents)., • Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching., • Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee., • Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings., • Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others., • Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program., • May participate in the development of treatment plans., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff., • Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes., • Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions., • Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids., • Basic computer skills – including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks., • Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment., • Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking – Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment., • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI’s mission and vision., • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment., • Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized., • For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) • HS diploma or its educational equivalent, • Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions), • For elevated DSP positions, must have at least three (3) years of direct support professional experience with the I/DD population and must obtain (and maintain) required YAI certifications based on setting within six (6) months of appointment. Compensation • $18.50/hour - $19.55/hour* *depending on qualifications and experience Benefits • DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!, • Tuition reimbursement, • Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for Full time positions), • Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time (depending on time type), • 403(b) retirement with employer matching contributions, • Life insurance and long-term disability, • Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

Job Description If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. About the Position We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our Port Washington, Manhasset, Glen Cove and Williston Park locations. DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person’s home, in their family’s home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. YAI's Mission Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers. Program • Residential Services Location • Northern Nassau County Schedule • Full time, part time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning , evening, and overnight schedules. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities • Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships., • Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others., • Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations., • Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans., • Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment., • Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols., • Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including:, • Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping., • Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines., • Teaching/developing skills., • Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals., • Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals., • Facilitating ethical decision making., • Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies., • Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc., • Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided., • Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs)., • Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)., • Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals’ observable behavior., • Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team., • Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills., • Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)., • Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents)., • Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching., • Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee., • Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings., • Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others., • Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program., • May participate in the development of treatment plans., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff., • Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes., • Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions., • Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids., • Basic computer skills – including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks., • Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment., • Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking – Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment., • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI’s mission and vision., • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment., • Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized., • For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) • HS diploma or its educational equivalent, • Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions), • For elevated DSP positions, must have at least three (3) years of direct support professional experience with the I/DD population and must obtain (and maintain) required YAI certifications based on setting within six (6) months of appointment. Compensation • $18.50/hour - $19.55/hour* *depending on qualifications and experience Benefits • DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!, • Tuition reimbursement, • Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for Full time positions), • Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time (depending on time type), • 403(b) retirement with employer matching contributions, • Life insurance and long-term disability, • Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

Job Description If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. YAI is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Assistant Supervisors and Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialists for our Nassau and Suffolk County locations. The ideal candidate possesses a wide range of skills and is eager to promote YAI's mission of supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. YAI staff work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, staff may work in a person’s home, in their family’s home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. YAI's Mission: Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers. Key Responsibilities: · To provide direct care services as needed. This includes, but is not limited to, the provision of counseling, training in ADLs (Assisted Daily Living skills), assistance with personal care, medical, dietary, social, sexual, recreational, financial, habilitative and other needs within the program. · Ensure the health, safety, and wellness of the people we support. · Build and maintain positive relationships. · Assist the people we support in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities through teaching, self-advocacy, and emotional support. · Facilitate community integration, recreational activities, and socialization. Qualifications and Requirements: · High School Diploma or GED Preferred or Required depending on position; BA or Some Collee (depending on position) · Driver’s License (depending on position) · Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus but not mandatory (depending on position) · Ability to complete three to five weekdays of paid New York State-mandated OPWDD training during normal business hours Schedule: · Full-time, part-time, per diem, weekday and weekend positions available - including morning, evening, and overnight schedules. Benefits: · DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today! · Tuition reimbursement · Medical and dental insurance (with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision)* · Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time* · 403(b) retirement with employer match · Life insurance and long-term disability* · Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! *Available for Full-time employees Compensation: · $18.50/hour to $23.60/hour (depending on qualifications/experience/position) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

Job Description If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. About the Position We are hiring people for our Westbury and Farmingdale locations in Nassau County. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. YAI's Mission Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers. Program • Day Habilitation Location • Farmingdale - 995 Fulton St, • Westbury - 475 Union Ave Schedule • Full time, part time, weekday. (7:30am - 3:30pm or 8:00am - 4:00pm) Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities • Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships., • Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others., • Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations., • Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans., • Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment., • Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols., • Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including:, • Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping., • Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines., • Teaching/developing skills., • Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals., • Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals., • Facilitating ethical decision making., • Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies., • Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc., • Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided., • Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs)., • Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)., • Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals’ observable behavior., • Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team., • Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills., • Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)., • Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents)., • Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching., • Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee., • Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings., • Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others., • Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program., • May participate in the development of treatment plans., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff., • Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes., • Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions., • Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids., • Basic computer skills – including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks., • Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment., • Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking – Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment., • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI’s mission and vision., • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment., • Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized., • For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) • HS diploma or its educational equivalent, • Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions), • For elevated DSP positions, must have at least three (3) years of direct support professional experience with the I/DD population and must obtain (and maintain) required YAI certifications based on setting within six (6) months of appointment. Compensation • $18.50/hour - $19.55/hour* *depending on qualifications and experience Benefits • DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!, • Tuition reimbursement, • Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for Full time positions), • Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time (depending on time type), • 403(b) retirement with employer matching contributions, • Life insurance and long-term disability, • Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our Port Washington, Manhasset, Glen Cove and Williston Park locations. DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person's home, in their family's home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities • Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships., • Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual's potential harm to self or others., • Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations., • Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person's individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans., • Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment., • Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols., • Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including:, • Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping., • Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines., • Teaching/developing skills., • Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals., • Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals., • Facilitating ethical decision making., • Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies., • Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc., • Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided., • Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs)., • Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)., • Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals' observable behavior., • Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team., • Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills., • Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)., • Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents)., • Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching., • Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee., • Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings., • Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others., • Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program., • May participate in the development of treatment plans., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person's Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff., • Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes., • Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions., • Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids., • Basic computer skills including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks., • Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment., • Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment., • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI's mission and vision., • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment., • Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized., • For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver's License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond

Job Description Assistant Residence Manager – Nassau County Are you ready to make a difference by helping create a safe, supportive, and empowering home for individuals with developmental disabilities? Who We Are At Community Mainstreaming Associates, our mission is to support individuals with developmental disabilities in living fulfilling, independent lives. Through our comprehensive services, we promote inclusion and empower those we serve to thrive within their communities. We are driven by compassion, innovation, and a strong commitment to making a difference. Join our residential services team and help create an environment where individuals are supported, respected, and empowered to achieve their personal goals. Learn more about our impactful work at communitymainstreaming.org. Why You’ll Love Working With Us Make a Meaningful Impact: Help individuals with developmental disabilities live safely, independently, and with dignity. Leadership Opportunity: Develop your leadership skills while supporting residential staff and daily program operations. Build Meaningful Relationships: Work closely with residents, families, staff, and members of the interdisciplinary team. Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in residential services, staff supervision, compliance, and program management. Collaborative Environment: Join a dedicated team committed to person-centered care and quality services. What We Offer Full-time position 40 hours per week Tuesday–Saturday schedule Afternoon/evening shift Schedule may vary based on assigned residence Leadership and professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment Meaningful work supporting individuals with developmental disabilities Comprehensive benefits package Employer-paid dental benefits 403(b) retirement plan with organization match of up to 5% What You Will Do Assist with the daily operations of the residence and ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations, agency policies, procedures, and quality standards. Support the implementation of individuals' habilitation plans and ensure services are provided in accordance with their identified needs, preferences, and goals. Oversee individuals' personal allowances, bank accounts, financial records, and related documentation. Monitor medication administration to promote accuracy, safety, and compliance with applicable standards. Promote the health, safety, well-being, independence, and personal choice of individuals residing in the home. Assist with the training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned direct support staff. Assist the Residence Manager with creating, maintaining, and adjusting weekly staff schedules. Oversee and review program documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely submission. Perform Direct Support Professional duties as needed to ensure adequate coverage and continuity of services. Complete incident reports and related documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements. Respond to emergencies in a professional and appropriate manner. Proactively communicate with families and guardians to provide updates regarding individuals residing in the home. Communicate relevant concerns, changes, and progress to the Residence Manager and other members of the individual's support team. Support a positive, respectful, person-centered environment for both residents and staff. Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming residential environment. Minimum Qualifications Required: Minimum of 60 college credits; an Associate's degree in a related field is preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Knowledge of OPWDD regulations, policies, and residential service requirements. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to respond to emergencies calmly and professionally. Valid and clean New York State Driver's License. Ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, and interdisciplinary team members. Ability to lift 50 pounds or more. Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move throughout the workday. Smartphone required. Must have completed the orientation period of 3–6 months in the current position, where applicable. Must be in good standing in the current position, where applicable. Must be current with all required mandatory trainings. Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Services, Psychology, or a related field. Previous supervisory or leadership experience. Familiarity with eVero, ADP, and Microsoft Office. Previous experience working in an OPWDD residential setting. Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 pounds or more. Ability to stand, bend, lift, walk, and move throughout the workday. Ability to provide direct support and assistance to individuals when required. Work Location Nassau County, NY Assigned residential locations may include: Glen Cove, NY Westbury, NY Port Washington, NY The assigned location may vary based on program and operational needs. Work Hours / Schedule Full-time — 40 hours per week Tuesday–Saturday 12:00 PM–8:00 PM Schedule may vary based on the assigned residential location and program needs. Pay $23.00 per hour Generous Benefits Community Mainstreaming Associates offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and professional development. Health & Wellness Benefits Medical Benefits: Generous employer contribution; eligibility begins the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Employer-paid Dental Benefits Vision Plan Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Legal Services Financial & Retirement Benefits 403(b) Retirement Plan: Organization match of up to 5%. Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid coverage equal to 1x annual salary. Voluntary Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Benefits Section 125 Flexible Spending Program Tuition Assistance Paid Time Off Up to 80 hours of vacation during the first calendar year of employment. Employees accrue an additional 8 vacation hours each subsequent calendar year, up to a maximum of 120 hours. Up to 48 hours of personal time per calendar year. 9 paid holidays. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a non-profit organization, Community Mainstreaming Associates offers employees the opportunity to qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), subject to applicable program eligibility requirements. Make a Difference With Us If you're an organized, compassionate professional who is ready to take on a leadership role while supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, we invite you to join Community Mainstreaming Associates. Help us create residential environments where individuals feel safe, respected, supported, and empowered to live fulfilling lives. Community Mainstreaming Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are hiring a Direct Support Professional in Queens locations. The ideal candidate possesses a wide range of skills and is eager to promote YAI's mission of supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person's home, in their family's home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Key Responsibilities: • To provide direct care services as needed. This includes, but is not limited to, the provision of counseling, training in ADLs (Assisted Daily Living skills), assistance with personal care, medical, dietary, social, sexual, recreational, financial, habilitative and other needs within the program., • Ensure the health, safety, and wellness of the people we support., • Support with intimate care functions., • Build and maintain positive relationships., • Participating in development of treatment plans., • Crisis intervention and management., • Completing mandatory trainings based on the program and position (AMAP, CPR/First Aid, SCIP-R, Defensive Driving, etc.), as well as applying skills., • Meeting, demonstrating, and modeling OPWDD Core Competencies., • Assist the people we support in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities through teaching, self-advocacy, and emotional support., • Facilitate community integration, recreational activities, and socialization., • Completing documentation to ensure compliance and billing., • Training/presenting to a team., • Taking on additional tasks outside of basic DSP work/completing job related tasks as needed. Education and Experience: • High School Diploma or GED preferred., • Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions). For DSP 2 positions, at least 1-2 years work experience in the I/DD field., • Valid NY State Driver's License may be required depending upon the position., • Tuberculosis test is mandatory for most positions. Location: • Little Neck, Queens (Alan Butger IRA) Schedule: • Full-time, part-time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning, evening, and overnight schedules. Benefits: • DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!, • Tuition reimbursement, • Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for full-time positions), • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, • 403(b) retirement with employer match, • Life insurance and long-term disability, • Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! Compensation: • $16.50/hour to $18.00/hour (depending on experience) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description Residential Group Home Manager $5,000 Sign On Bonus Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER! When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1000+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support. ACLD (Adults and Children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, Inc.) is looking for a seasoned, dynamic Residential Manager to direct the day-to-day operations of an adult residential group home. The ideal candidate can manage diverse duties and multiple priorities; and is able to maintain effective relationships with people supported, families, staff, and other internal/external departments. Candidate should have strong initiative, excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to be creative, while managing multiple priorities in a busy residence. This is a full-time position and requires flexibility in work schedule including at least one evening and one early morning shift per week and weekend hours. Position is also required to be on-call. Responsibilities: • Promote a positive and productive work environment, • Hire, train and coach all direct care employees including Assistant Manager, • Promote ACLD’s values and strategic vision, • Develop and manage Individual Service Plans and Plans of Protection/Behavior Support Plans, • Ensure oversight of Health & Fire Safety, • Manage crisis situations and behavioral issues as the needs arise, • Manage budgets and ensure sound fiscal management procedures are being followed, • Ensure accurate documentation and service billing is complete and submitted in a timely fashion, • Diligent in complying with OPWDD and ACLD policies, rules and regulations We require: • High School Diploma, • Two years experience working in I/DD field, • One year supervisory experience required, • Strong managerial skills and written and verbal communication skills, • Clean and valid New York driver’s license, • Strong Microsoft Office computer skills Apply online at www.acld.org or text us for more information at 516-732-3979. An EOE m/f/d/v 5393 Sun-Thurs 9am-5pm 35 Hours

Job Description Job Title: Residential Assistant Manager Reports To: Residential Manager FLSA Status: Non Exempt Primary Purpose of Job Assist the Residential Manager in the direction of the day-to-day operation of a Residential or Apartment Program site. Requirements • High School Diploma or equivalent required, • One (1) year experience working in the field of Human Services, • Six (6) months of management/supervisory experience preferred., • Knowledge of OPWDD regulations and systems preferred., • The ability to obtain (within 90 days of hire) and maintain AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel) Certification., • The ability to obtain (within 180 days of hire) and maintain SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) Core Certification*, CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation), First Aid and AED (Automated External Defibrillator)., • The ability to assist with lifting and transferring a person., • Clean, valid New York State driver’s license. The ability to perform SCIP maneuvers may require bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, lying on the ground, and supporting another person’s body weight with their own. • Staff may be required to attend the SCIP Restrictive course based on program needs. Additional Knowledge, Skills and Ability • Substantial reasoning skills required including the ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete issues simultaneously; the ability to identify problems, interpret data and draw conclusions; and the ability to apply principles of logic or theoretical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to coach and counsel, interpret and advise, and the ability to professionally assess and resolve problems., • Ability to perform basic computer skills required, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Essential Functions • Ensure quality services are provided to each person supported through person-centered planning and maximize opportunities for integration with the community., • Assist the Manager in monitoring and documenting the delivery of all services. Ensure that services, vehicles and program environments are the highest quality and are in compliance with ACLD’s Corporate Compliance Policy., • Assist in monitoring systems, which promote organizational efficiencies as well as compliance with ACLD policies, procedures and regulations governing programs., • Assist the manager with the supervision of assigned staff within the program. Essential Functions cont’d • Assist in the development and monitoring of staffing plans to ensure each person supported health and safety including the possibility of providing direct care when necessary., • Implement and document the delivery of all Residential Habilitation services which may include but is not limited to: person supported skill development training in a variety of areas including: medical concerns, vocational concerns and recreational services., • Assist with the completion and submission of all paperwork as outlined in the Manager’s Monthly Checklist within the assigned timeframes., • Implementation of person supported behavioral support plans/strategies and documentation of person supported behaviors., • Assist in the hiring process and recruitment process., • Assist in the monitoring of staff training requirements., • Assist in developing and managing income and expense budgets to ensure the fiscal integrity for the program., • Monitor the person supported personal allowance accounts to ensure the fiscal integrity of these accounts., • Assist the person supported with transportation., • Participate in the admission and discharges from the program., • Meet with the person supported and family members to share information, solicit feedback, and discuss issues germane to improving the quality of services., • Maintain collaborative relationships with other ACLD programs and departments to maximize service coordination and integration., • All other duties, as assigned. Non-Essential Functions • Participate in Agency committees, as assigned Req # 4920 Sun- Thu 9am-4pm 35 hours

The primary role of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) is to work alongside the people we support in order to help them to achieve their Personal Outcomes. This includes working with them to develop daily living, professional and informed decision-making skills while also supporting their overall health and safety. This role requires the ability to speak, read, and write in English at a level sufficient to successfully complete required training, understand and follow support plans, communicate with care teams and providers, accurately document services and patient information, and to comply with health and safety standards. Duties, Responsibilities, and Essential Functions: • Works with the people we support to help them identify and realize their personal life goals., • Advocates with the people we support in a variety of situations., • Works with the people we support to teach them new life skills., • Works in partnership with the people we support to promote their health and safety., • Assists the people we support to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and valued social roles., • Works with the people we support and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop service plans that aid the person in achieving their personal life goals., • Provides positive behavior support to the people we support as necessary., • Prevents, recognizes and reports abuse toward the people we support., • Accurately documents service provision, daily notes and other information as required., • Promotes and supports community involvement for the people we support., • Transports clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle., • Performs other healthcare-related tasks as needed., • Ensures that all required documentation (paper and electronic) is completed/processed appropriately, in a timely manner, and meets quality and compliance thresholds., • Performs other duties as assigned., • Residential Setting Essential Functions (additional):, • Administers bedside or personal care as needed (OPWDD Only)., • Assists with personal care and hygiene as needed., • Cares for individuals during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles., • Performs housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands., • Plans, shops for, or prepares nutritious meals or assists individuals in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals., • Responsibilities of All FREE Employees:, • Always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community., • Complies fully with FREE's confidentiality policies by holding in strictest confidence all information pertaining to members, residents, the people we support and their families, clients, providers, contractors, and employees., • Meets all safety training requirements; adheres to all safety policies and reports any and all unsafe conditions; takes measures to prevent accidents and/or eliminate conditions that pose a safety or health risk., • Meets all job requirements for participating in or delivering training., • Adheres to FREE's standard of ethical behavior as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct as well as applicable laws and regulations. Qualifications: • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required., • Experience: Experience performing related job duties preferred., • Specialized Training, Licenses, Certifications: Not required, training will be provided upon hire as needed., • Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities: Functional proficiency in spoken and written English, proficient computer skills preferred, proficient writing skills with grasp of basic grammar and spelling, demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others informed and anticipating needs is essential, must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills., • Other Requirements: 18 years of age or older, valid driver's license and satisfy criteria to be a driver for the agency required. Work Environment: This role is performed in-person, travel in an agency vehicle is required from agency drivers. Physical Requirements: Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours), effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, reach with hands and arms, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or stand on a stool as needed, be able to lift 50 pounds at a time. Notwithstanding the above listed physical requirements of this position, FREE will provide reasonable accommodations to allow employees to perform the essential functions of the position, provided such reasonable accommodations do not cause undue hardship on FREE.

We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our Westchester County locations! DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person's home, in their family's home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Locations: Hastings-on-Hudson, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, New Rochelle, Ossining, Peekskill, Pleasantville, Port Chester, Scarsdale, Tarrytown, Valhalla, Yonkers, Yorktown Heights Schedule: • Full time, Part time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning, evening, and overnight schedules Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities: • Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships., • Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual's potential harm to self or others., • Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations., • Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person's individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans., • Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment., • Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols., • Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including:, • Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping., • Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines., • Teaching/developing skills., • Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals., • Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals., • Facilitating ethical decision making., • Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies., • Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc., • Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided., • Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs)., • Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)., • Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals' observable behavior., • Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team., • Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills., • Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)., • Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents)., • Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching., • Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee., • Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings., • Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others., • Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program., • May participate in the development of treatment plans., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.): • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person's Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff., • Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes., • Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions., • Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids., • Basic computer skills including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks., • Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment., • Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment., • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI's mission and vision., • Ability

Enjoy making a difference? Join the team at Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE), enriching the lives of others, one individual at a time. FREE benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to support people of all abilities reach their full potential and thrive in their communities. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy. The primary role of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) is to work alongside the people we support in order to help them to achieve their Personal Outcomes. This includes working with them to develop daily living, professional and informed decision-making skills while also supporting their overall health and safety. This role requires the ability to speak, read, and write in English at a level sufficient to successfully complete required training, understand and follow support plans, communicate with care teams and providers, accurately document services and patient information, and to comply with health and safety standards. Duties, Responsibilities, and Essential Functions: • Works with the people we support to help them identify and realize their personal life goals., • Advocates with the people we support in a variety of situations., • Works with the people we support to teach them new life skills., • Works in partnership with the people we support to promote their health and safety., • Assists the people we support to overcome barriers and challenges to establishing and maintaining a network of relationships and valued social roles., • Works with the people we support and other members of the interdisciplinary team to develop service plans that aid the person in achieving their personal life goals., • Provides positive behavior support to the people we support as necessary., • Prevents, recognizes and reports abuse toward the people we support., • Accurately documents service provision, daily notes and other information as required., • Promotes and supports community involvement for the people we support., • Transports clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle., • Performs other healthcare-related tasks as needed., • Ensures that all required documentation (paper and electronic) is completed/processed appropriately, in a timely manner, and meets quality and compliance thresholds., • Performs other duties as assigned., • Residential Setting Essential Functions (additional):, • Administers bedside or personal care as needed (OPWDD Only)., • Assists with personal care and hygiene as needed., • Cares for individuals during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles., • Performs housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands., • Plans, shops for, or prepares nutritious meals or assists individuals in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals. Responsibilities of All FREE Employees: • Always communicate in a respectful manner with all people including the people we support, supervisors, other valued team members, and members of the community., • Complies fully with FREE's confidentiality policies by holding in strictest confidence all information pertaining to members, residents, the people we support and their families, clients, providers, contractors, and employees., • Meets all safety training requirements; adheres to all safety policies and reports any and all unsafe conditions; takes measures to prevent accidents and/or eliminate conditions that pose a safety or health risk., • Meets all job requirements for participating in or delivering training., • Adheres to FREE's standard of ethical behavior as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct as well as applicable laws and regulations. Qualifications: • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required., • Experience: Experience performing related job duties preferred., • Specialized Training, Licenses, Certifications: Not required, training will be provided upon hire as needed., • Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities: Functional proficiency in spoken and written English, proficient computer skills preferred, proficient writing skills with grasp of basic grammar and spelling, demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with flexibility, keeping others informed and anticipating needs is essential, must be efficient, well organized, and have excellent communication skills., • Other Requirements: 18 years of age or older, valid driver's license and satisfy criteria to be a driver for the agency required. Work Environment: This role is performed in-person, travel in an agency vehicle is required from agency drivers. Physical Requirements: • Employee is required to sit, walk and stand for prolonged period of time (at least 8 hours)., • Employee is required to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing., • Employee is required to reach with hands and arms., • Employee is required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch or stand on a stool as needed., • Employee is required to be able to lift 50 pounds at a time. FREE is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. In addition to federal law requirements, FREE complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in all of its locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Reports To: Residential Manager Primary Purpose of Job A Medical Coordination Specialist is responsible for providing medical coordination, support, guidance and assistance to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a Residential site. In this role will play an integral part in enabling people supported at ACLD to have a quality life, an enviable life. An advocate for the people supported in communicating their needs and goals. Will actively promote the health, safety and well-being of the people supported by providing hands-on assistance, mentoring and teaching independent living skills and providing services as directed in their Life Plan. Requirements • High School Diploma or equivalent required., • Clean, valid New York State drivers license., • Ability to communicate and understand in English; both verbally and in writing., • The ability to obtain (within 90 days of hire) and maintain AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel) Certification., • The ability to obtain (within 180 days of hire) and maintain SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) Core Certification, CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation), First Aid and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Certification., • One (1) year experience with developmentally disabled population preferred., • The ability to assist with lifting and transferring a person. The ability to lift up to 15 lbs., • The ability to reach, bend, twist, kneel, and squat as you assist people with physical activities., • The ability to perform SCIP maneuvers which may require bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, lying on the ground, and supporting another persons body weight., • The need for SCIP and/or AMAP certification will depend on program needs. Some staff may be required to attend the SCIP Restrictive course instead of the SCIP Core course. Additional Knowledge, Skills and Ability Substantial reasoning skills required including the ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete issues simultaneously; the ability to identify problems, interpret data and draw conclusions; and the ability to apply principles of logic or theoretical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to coach and counsel, interpret and advise, and the ability to professionally assess and resolve problems. Ability to perform basic computer skills preferred. Ability to provide clear and legible documentation on records. Essential Functions Oversee the dispensing and documentation of medication in accordance with AMAP procedures and follow all AMAP guidelines with regards to conducting medical appointments as assigned. Maintain appropriate stock of medications for each person supported, including OTC, etc. Meet with the residential nurse to conduct weekly nursing coordination. Schedule all medical appointment follow ups as directed. Attend medical appointments with people supported, schedule follow up, collect all paperwork, submit to nurse for review. Communicate with families regarding medical appointments as needed. Prepare the MARs on a monthly basis. Review all MARs and corresponding documents for accuracy. Ensure refills of medications are ordered in a timely manner to prevent out of stock issues. Ensure new prescriptions are obtained in a timely manner as per procedure Ensure all documents are prepared and accompany person supported on medical appointments (medical treatment summaries, diet orders, prescriptions requests, lab orders, Nurses notes, etc.) Complete medication administration error reports as needed Respect the human dignity and uniqueness of the people you support. Recognize each person you support is valuable and advocate their value to others. Implement and document the delivery of all Residential Habilitation services which may include but is not limited to: person supported skill development training in a variety of areas including: medical concerns, vocational concerns and recreational services. Implementation of all person supported behavioral support plans/strategies and documentation of person supported behaviors. • Support the emotional, physical, and personal well-being of the people you support. Encourage growth and recognize the autonomy of the people you support while being attentive in reducing their risk of harm. Provide personal care assistance to ensure maximum level of supervision and to promote the highest level of health, safety and independence. Assist people supported in performing daily living tasks, including, but not limited to, room cleaning and household chores. The staff will be required to perform housekeeping duties within the program. Ensure that program environments meet the highest quality standards as per OPWDD guidelines and report any concerns to supervisor. Assist people supported in food preparation; including preparing meal plans and shopping for supplies. Adhere to Agency systems designed to promote organizational efficiencies as well as compliance with ACLD policies, procedures and regulations governing programs. Supervise people supported within the program and community. Intensiveness of the supervision determined by the specific needs of the people supported. Complete and review assigned reports, logs, and documentation in accordance with ACLD Corporate Compliance Policy. Assist the people supported with the use of their personal allowance, including oversight in shopping, budgeting and managing their income. Interact positively with families, Care Managers and other outside providers while assisting the people you support in developing and maintaining relationships. Represent ACLD in a positive manner. Assist the people supported with transportation utilizing agency vehicles. Implement SCIP (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention) maneuvers when necessary. Attend required staff meetings, supervision sessions and training programs as assigned. Maintain collaborative relationships with other ACLD programs and departments to maximize service coordination and integration. All other duties as assigned. Non-Essential Functions Participate in Agency committees as assigned

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health servicescore to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. The Direct Support Professional role is responsible to empower persons with developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives by providing personalized support and fostering independence. This role focuses on promoting individual growth, enhancing quality of life, and ensuring a supportive environment for the persons we support. • Responsible for implementing and monitoring the varying plans of care details for the persons supported. Plans of care can include Comprehensive Functional Assessment, Staff Action, Life Plan, treatment plans, Behavior Support Plans, etc., • Implement and document person supported goals and objectives from person-centered plans, focusing on enhancing social, vocational, and life skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement. Provide direct care and assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and transportation., • Facilitate community outings, recreational activities, and social events to promote inclusion, independence, and meaningful interactions with peers and the community. Accompanying on appointments and healthcare follow-up., • Utilize person-centered approaches and positive behavior support strategies to address challenging behaviors effectively, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Provide the required level of supervision and support for a persons needs (medical, developmental, clinical, emotional, etc., • Maintain accurate records, daily progress notes, and incident reports to track persons supported achievements, behaviors, and health status, ensuring compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements., • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, therapists, and family members, to develop and implement comprehensive care plans and ensure holistic support for persons supported., • Advocate for the rights, choices, and preferences of individuals with developmental disabilities, promoting self-advocacy and empowerment in decision-making processes. Be a custodian and mandated reporter in accordance with OPWDD, NYSJC, and Organizational Policies., • Administer medications according to prescribed schedules, document medication administration accurately, and monitor persons for any adverse reactions or side effects. The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. • High school diploma or equivalent required; experience in direct care or human services preferred., • Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver's License with 6 months of experience and 6 or less points, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support persons with developmental disabilities., • CPR and First Aid certification preferred; additional training in developmental disabilities, behavior management, or healthcare a plus., • Commitment to providing compassionate care and promoting dignity and respect for individuals with developmental disabilities., • Ability to respond effectively to changing needs and environments, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills., • Maintain confidentiality, uphold ethical standards, and adhere to agency policies and procedures in all interactions and responsibilities., • Demonstrated strong commitment to safety. High School / G.E.D. Hiring Impact, Changing Lives Together Salary Range: $19.00/hour + Education Additive ($0.15/hour Associate's Degree $.80/hour: Bachelor's or higher)

Program: Mamaroneck IRA Location: Mamaroneck - 421 N Barry Ave Schedule: Full time, part time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning, evening, and overnight schedules Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities: • Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships., • Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual's potential harm to self or others., • Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations., • Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person's individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans., • Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment., • Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols., • Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including:, • Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping., • Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines., • Teaching/developing skills., • Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals., • Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals., • Facilitating ethical decision making., • Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies., • Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc., • Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided., • Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs)., • Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)., • Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals' observable behavior., • Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team., • Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills., • Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)., • Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents)., • Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching., • Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee., • Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings., • Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others., • Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program., • May participate in the development of treatment plans., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.): • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person's Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff., • Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes., • Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions., • Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids., • Basic computer skills including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks., • Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment., • Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment., • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI's mission and vision., • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment., • Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized., • For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver's License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above): • HS diploma or its educational equivalent, • Work or life experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities Benefits: • DailyPay available - Work

We are hiring people for our Westbury and Farmingdale locations in Nassau County. Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities • Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships., • Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual's potential harm to self or others., • Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations., • Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person's individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans., • Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment., • Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols., • Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including:, • Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping., • Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines., • Teaching/developing skills., • Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals., • Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals., • Facilitating ethical decision making., • Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies., • Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc., • Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided., • Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs)., • Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS)., • Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals' observable behavior., • Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team., • Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills., • Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)., • Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents)., • Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching., • Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee., • Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings., • Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others., • Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program., • May participate in the development of treatment plans., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) • Must be at least 18 years of age., • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person's Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff., • Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes., • Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions., • Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids., • Basic computer skills including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks., • Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment., • Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment., • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI's mission and vision., • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment., • Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized., • For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver's License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) • HS diploma or its educational equivalent, • Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions), • For elevated

We are hiring an Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialist (ABIS) in Nassau County! In addition to carrying out all direct care functions of a Direct Support Professional (DSP), the ABIS provides clinical support relating to habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of persons supported by the team under the direction and supervision of the Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) through educating other direct care staff and program leadership on habilitative and Behavior Support Plans, supporting clinical assessments and interventions, ensuring consistent and effective data collection and providing direct feedback. Provides leadership to the team on shift, directing and assisting direct care staff in the absence of a Program Supervisor and/or Assistant Supervisor. All Assistant Behavior Intervention Specialists (ABIS) perform the following tasks: • Performs all duties of a Direct Support Professional (DSP 1 3) as indicated in job descriptions, in addition to ABIS duties on a regular basis and/or as requested to ensure the overall supervision, protection and care of individuals in program, assisting in maximizing their strengths, interests and abilities while upholding their personal rights and facilitating activities that provide social capital and connections to the community., • Leads the identification, facilitation and scheduling of community inclusion activities for assigned program based on feedback from and needs of persons supported, coordinating resources, securing necessary funds and ensuring that activities are completed and appropriately documented., • Supports provision of appropriate, therapeutically documented levels of supervision to ensure and protect the health, safety and well-being of individuals at all times by ensuring updates and changes to levels of supervision for persons we support are regularly communicated to all staff and appropriately documented; may run shift meetings, assigning duties, completing shift sheet and making recommendations to ensure staff are qualified and able to maintain current prescribed levels of supervision., • Understands and uses specialized clinical knowledge of person-specific needs and signs or symptoms of ailments/syndromes including mental health/medical conditions to provide effective supports to individuals, identify and escalate concerns to leadership and inform activities, training or specialized education or augmented trainings for staff., • Stays up to date with current issues, diagnoses, needs and levels of supervision for the persons supported in assigned program under the supervision of BIS., • Works with BIS to identify habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs of the persons supported and to ensure all programming and activities relating to clinical interventions are implemented consistently, in accordance with individualized plans., • Provides guidance to program staff, setting the appropriate tone and ensuring that the standards of care are followed by modeling excellent counseling skills and interactions with persons supported and through use of person-centered philosophy and tools., • Implements Behavior Support Plans, demonstrating understanding of behavior as communication and employing person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation., • Trains direct care staff individually, on the floor and/or in groups using the EMOE training system to support effective implementation of habilitative and behavioral programming by program staff through regular observations, direct feedback, communicating clinical rationales and ensuring appropriate data collection techniques., • Serves as lead trainer for weekend staff and supports new staff in developing and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies., • Participates in the development of treatment plans including individualized habilitative plans, collaborating with BIS to write services, goals, outcomes and/or supports in accordance with the agency philosophy, as determined by assessments of individual needs and learning capabilities., • Assists BIS with gathering and collecting data required to conduct formal and informal behavioral and habilitative assessments (written questionnaires, standardized tests, rating scales, baseline data, etc.) by conducting observations and/or soliciting information from other direct support staff, circles of support or other sources, as applicable., • Monitors collection of data used to assess progress toward habilitative and behavioral goals, ensuring that new data sheets are accessible to staff at the beginning of each month and that staff are consistently and accurately collecting and documenting data in accordance with established systems by reviewing documentation, retraining staff and following up as needed; may assist with design of data collection systems for habilitative goals., • Completes and maintains all required paperwork and documentation for persons supported in appropriate format(s) and file(s) in accordance with applicable requirements including compiling, totaling and summarizing data, writing monthlies describing overall progress and completing person centered materials; reviews and ensures all psychiatric/therapy anecdotals are complete and appropriate and assists other program staff with documentation or compiling information or data, as needed or directed., • Attends and actively participates in team meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), consulting with IDT to ensure streamlined and top-quality care and providing feedback or ideas to improve supports and/or program operations and updates or changes relating to data management, assessments or programming requirements., • Regularly participates in life plan and other meetings for persons supported and in regional assistant or other clinical team meetings providing information, contributing to agendas and completing tasks or activities resulting from meetings as directed by leadership team (training, assessments, reviews, etc.)., • Serves as lead on weekend and evening shifts or when otherwise requested, monitoring day-to-day program operations and providing support to staff in the absence of Program Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor and/or BIS., • Maintains an awareness of program operations, staff performance and overall condition/wellness of persons supported through regular interactions and observations and by working together with the leadership team to identify and directly address, resolve, recommend actions or solutions and/or appropriately escalating concerns, signs and symptoms, problems or other occurrences., • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and to ensure compliance with YAI policies or other applicable rules or regulations and clinical trainings as recommended by BIS, effectively applying skills or teaching others., • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)., • For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials., • Performs all other duties, as assigned Experienced Assistant BIS may be selected for assignment reporting into the BIS Department, under day-to-day supervision of Program Supervisor and BIS Supervisor performing the following tasks, in addition to the above: • Provides support and coverage by performing ABIS tasks for multiple programs across assigned region, with assignments of varying length, frequency and schedule as determined by caseload needs and as directed by BIS Coordinator/Supervisor., • Integrates into assigned program teams, demonstrating flexibility in accommodating the needs of each specific program and provides training on behavioral/clinical system to new staff, as needed., • Obtains and effectively communicates behavioral/clinical information to interdisciplinary teams and families as directed by the BIS and ensures tracking and completion of follow-ups needed for the people we support across multiple programs. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) • Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or closely related Human Services discipline and at least six (6) months of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or supporting adults or children with complex social-emotional, mental health and/or behavior support needs in a group or individual setting (home program, day treatment center, school, ABA environment, etc.) or, • Formal training, including college coursework in psychology, sociology, human behavior, mental health, special education and/or I/DD and at least two (2) years of experience as described above; or, • At least four (4) years of experience in a direct care role (e.g. DSP) in a YAI program in good standing; and, • Working knowledge of behavioral/psychiatric conditions, including the interplay between I/DD and other conditions and ability to effectively gather, document and accurately communicate related information to staff, clinical team and/or external providers; and, • Exceptional written and oral communication skills including the ability to professionally, coherently and objectively document services provided and summarize progress for billing and tracking purposes and to effectively convey information regarding individuals supported across various levels and with external providers or circles of support; and, • Ability and willingness to lead, direct and teach others technical skills and/or knowledge, both on-the-job and through formal training in group or individual settings; and, • Must hold foundational certifications for current service setting: Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention Revised (SCIP-R), CPR (issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association) and YAI-issued Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP) certification for residential assignments or Day Services Model Mentorship Training for day assignments., • Current YAI

FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery services; transition to work; employment; day, community and family services; respite; crisis services; education and after school support; specialty health services; and advocacy. QUALIFICATIONSEducation: High schoo

Collaborates with the individual, his/her circle of support, support broker, OPWDD, support staff, and Care Managers in assisting with any questions concerning FI services. Three-year experience as Self-Directed Broker or related OPWDD position. Working Knowledge of OPWDD services and supports.