Direct Support Professional-Citizens Plainview Helen Kaplan House B location Sun-Thu 3p-11p 40 hrs per week

Company: Citizens Options Unlimited
Location: Plainview
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

CounselorDIREC12197 Full-Time Helen Kaplan ICF-House B Plainview, NY, USA ### Description Sun-Thu 3p-11p 40 hours per week Plainview Helen Kaplan House B location The pay range for this position is starting at $14.00 per hour and above based on experience Citizens offers a variety of residential supports based upon the level of support and supervision required by each person to include Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRAs) and Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs). Qualifications:High School Diploma or Equivalent preferredValid New York State Drivers License that is also qualified in accordance with agencys insurance standardsSuccessful completion and maintenance of AMAP statusAbility to communicate and understand written and oral directives/informationExcellent team player with a positive attitude. Primary duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:Practices and promotes Citizens mission statement in every interaction.Supports people to live the life they chooseProvide ongoing support to people in becoming active participants in every aspect of their lives (i.e., self-care routines to include feeding, showering, dressing and diapering), health, safety, household chores, socialization and overall well being) and to ensure that a high quality of life is maintainedEnsures a safe and clean home by providing support to people to assist them with the completion of household chores and by participating in said household chores as needed.Successfully completes and maintains AMAP certification and assists people supported with medication administration according to the AMAP policy and proceduresSupports people in preparing meals by teaching concepts such as diet adherence, portion control and cooking skills.Posted:March 18, 2021

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