Respite Worker
Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services, New York, NY, United States
Purpose
The Mishkon IDD Programs at The Jewish Board provide supports and services in a healthy and safe environment for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities living in residential programs and in community settings. Our core values are to provide a healthy and safe environment that promotes person centered planning, community integration, and close collaboration with families and the community. This is all accomplished through an Orthodox Jewish lens, and with an understanding that staff, at all levels of the division, is the determining factor in achieving positive outcomes for our clients.
Position Overview
The Respite Direct Support Professional (DSP) supervises and supports an individual with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the home setting in the absence of the usual caregiver. The Respite DSP is required to understand and follow the Code of Ethics, ensuring the client’s health and safety, promoting independence, person centered decision making and demonstrating good judgment at all times.
Key Essential Functions
Responsible for the overall care, safety and well-being of the individual during the absence of the usual caregiver(s).
Understand and follow Individualized Service Plan (ISP- OPWDD treatment plan) safeguards for the individual.
Responsible to assist in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) for the individual as needed.
Report to supervisor and family any unusual medical, behavioral or other occurrences.
Complete and submit OPWDD documentation monthly.
Complete all trainings as required.
Core Competencies
Compassion, empathy, patience, and genuine desire to make a positive impact on individual’s lives.
Excellent client engagement skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Attentiveness to individuals and colleagues.
Adaptability to address situations.
Building and maintaining positive relationships.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and work effectively as part of a team.
Demonstrating professionalism.
Support good health.
Supporting safety.
Educational / Training Required
Must be at least 18 years old no educational requirements.
Experience Required / Language Preference
Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred.
Computer Skills Required
Basic computer skills preferred.
Visual and Manual Dexterity
Submit OPWDD documentation monthly.
Work Environment / Physical Effort
This position may entail lifting/physically assisting individuals using mechanical devices, positions of clients pushing wheelchair
Benefits
Generous vacation time, in addition to paid agency holidays and sick days
Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans
403(b) retirement benefits and a pension
Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness
Free continuing education opportunities
Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation
24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program
Life and disability insurance
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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The Mishkon IDD Programs at The Jewish Board provide supports and services in a healthy and safe environment for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities living in residential programs and in community settings. Our core values are to provide a healthy and safe environment that promotes person centered planning, community integration, and close collaboration with families and the community. This is all accomplished through an Orthodox Jewish lens, and with an understanding that staff, at all levels of the division, is the determining factor in achieving positive outcomes for our clients.
Position Overview
The Respite Direct Support Professional (DSP) supervises and supports an individual with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the home setting in the absence of the usual caregiver. The Respite DSP is required to understand and follow the Code of Ethics, ensuring the client’s health and safety, promoting independence, person centered decision making and demonstrating good judgment at all times.
Key Essential Functions
Responsible for the overall care, safety and well-being of the individual during the absence of the usual caregiver(s).
Understand and follow Individualized Service Plan (ISP- OPWDD treatment plan) safeguards for the individual.
Responsible to assist in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) for the individual as needed.
Report to supervisor and family any unusual medical, behavioral or other occurrences.
Complete and submit OPWDD documentation monthly.
Complete all trainings as required.
Core Competencies
Compassion, empathy, patience, and genuine desire to make a positive impact on individual’s lives.
Excellent client engagement skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Attentiveness to individuals and colleagues.
Adaptability to address situations.
Building and maintaining positive relationships.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and work effectively as part of a team.
Demonstrating professionalism.
Support good health.
Supporting safety.
Educational / Training Required
Must be at least 18 years old no educational requirements.
Experience Required / Language Preference
Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred.
Computer Skills Required
Basic computer skills preferred.
Visual and Manual Dexterity
Submit OPWDD documentation monthly.
Work Environment / Physical Effort
This position may entail lifting/physically assisting individuals using mechanical devices, positions of clients pushing wheelchair
Benefits
Generous vacation time, in addition to paid agency holidays and sick days
Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans
403(b) retirement benefits and a pension
Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness
Free continuing education opportunities
Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation
24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program
Life and disability insurance
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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