Community Services Provider - Chenango County Norwich, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Norwich+NY+13815) ApplyJob TypePart-timeDescriptionCommunity Services ProviderPart Time, 0-29 hours a weekWage $16.00-$17.25/hrTheCommunity Services Provideris responsible for providing direct care through implementation of Habilitation Plans. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Provide supervision and all direct care required to maintain safety and comfort of the person receiving services
Transport or accompany people receiving services on trips to community outings, appointments, or recreation activities for the purpose of community integration and exploration
Development and planning of inclusive community activities
Establish and maintain positive relationships with area businesses
Assist people receiving services with completing daily or routine domestic or personal care tasks
Foster and promote skills leading to independent living
Assist with the development of Habilitation Plans and following these plans for training and assistance
Provide training and assist people receiving services to develop, maintain and/or improve desired individual goals, living skills and personal needs as assigned or required
Provide supervision to people supported during program hours and during community outings as to ensure their health and safety
Complete required documentation in conformance with rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and billing practices
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possess good interpersonal, written, oral, and communication abilities and effective time management/organizational skills
Be computer literate with knowledge in agency operating systems and applicable software required for department needs.
Have regular access to internet
Demonstrate sound judgment in normal work and emergency situations
Must physically be able to perform required certifications and lift 50 pounds
#humanservices #OPWDD #DSP #Norwich #Oxford #GreeneRequirements
High School Graduate/GED with some knowledge of or experience working with developmentally disabled preferred.
Possess a valid driver’s license acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier
Salary Description$16.00-17.25/hr