REPORTS TO: Program Director and/or Manager/Supervisor
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Per Diem/ Part Time/ Full Time
MAIN FUNCTION: Provides direct support to participants who require extra assistance in order to participate in SDP functions. Assists in the developing and the implementing of activities while encouraging participants to be as independent as possible at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS: Eligible candidates for this Per Diem staff position must possess at minimum a high school diploma or equivalent and have an interest in working with persons who have traumatic brain injury (TBI) or other neurological challenges. Candidates must possess qualities which include patience, understanding, acceptance, commitment and a flexible schedule. Experience working with TBI population preferred. Computer literacy and office experience preferred.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works directly with participants who need individualized assistance in order to remain on task, working toward achieving the individual’s goals on site or within the community.
- Supports the Director and Program Manager/Supervisor in developing compensatory strategies which will allow specific participants to function more independently in the clubhouse environment.
- Aids in supervising the work of the kitchen unit; works with participants to develop menus, shopping lists, budgets. Works with participants to develop and monitor kitchen safety and hygiene procedures during food preparation.
- Facilitates training and provides support to participants learning office tasks and use of equipment.
- Provides training and support to participants engaged in activities of daily living.
- Supports participants in maintaining schedule forms, calendars, and written records.
- Gives assistance to participants in program, including computer use, exercise equipment, arts, crafts, games, and other activities.
- Helps participants, Director and Program Manager/Supervisor in monitoring cleanliness of all areas and completing all cleaning and disinfecting tasks as assigned by the Director and/or Program Manager/Supervisor
- Drives vehicle(s) to and from outings and is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and notification of any diagnostic alerts or driving difficulties.
- Assists participants, Director, and Program Manager/Supervisor in monitoring and purchasing supplies and/or groceries.
- Attends staff meetings, trainings and may assist Director and/or Program Manager/Supervisor in attending and preparing for participant meetings.
- Assists with or redirects participants’ decision making, problem solving, or confusion.
- Is vigilant about participants’ safety and well-being.
- Contacts family/caregiver and/or Service Coordinator or other service providers when necessary, with concerns or issues regarding the participant. Documents all such contacts in chart, including those with participants. Shares this documentation with Program Director and or Program Manager/Supervisor and then files it under “Contacts” in the participant’s chart.
- Protects confidentiality per State and Federal guidelines.
- Performs other duties upon request of the Director and Program Manager/Supervisor.
- Due to the nature of this program, dependability with regard to work schedule is essential. Any changes to schedule are to be made as described in the Personnel Policy Manual.
- Will perform administrative duties as required by regulators and the Program Manual such as Daily Notes, Activity sheets, Filing, Attendance and other tasks in a timely manner as determined by the Director and/or Program Manager/Supervisor
- Will work evening and weekend programs when necessary.
- I understand that I will comply with all regulatory and agency requirements, policies and procedures which include but are not limited to the Personnel, Program and Compliance Policy Manuals, Federal, State and local mandates.
Additional Requirements:
An acceptable NY State Driver’s License
An acceptable Criminal Record check
Acceptable documentation of PPD test
Acceptable documentation of Health Status
Educational & Employment verifications
Proof of vaccination records as needed to perform job duties or meet regulatory requirement
Completion of Hickok Center Orientation and Service Specific Training
Blood borne Pathogens Certification
Flexible schedule
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Employee is required to frequently use and move housekeeping supplies weighing up to 20lbs and other adaptive equipment that may have variable weight such as wheelchairs, walkers, etc. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Pay Range Starting at $15.00-$16.00 per hour.
Applicants for this position acknowledge their ability and willingness to carry out all duties outlined in this job description.
