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Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED, minimum of one year of experience in human services field (preferably involving intellectually disabled individuals within an OPWDD certified setting). 

Why Work at People’s Arc?

When you join People’s Arc, you’re not just starting a job – you’re beginning a fulfilling journey with an emerging provider of choice. At People’s Arc we don’t just focus on medical benefits, we take a Total Health approach to support you to reach your physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.

At People’s Arc, we’re more than just benefits. We offer:

• Day One Benefits – It all starts at the beginning – comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance on your first day of employment.
• Savings Programs – Retirement savings (401k), Flexible Spending Accounts, wellness incentives and discount programs to help you achieve financial success.
• Balance – Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, holidays), Employee Assistance Program, health advocate, mental health resources and leave programs to support our staff and create work/life balance.
• Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, training opportunities, professional development and internal mobility to develop your skills and grow within the agency.
• Sense of Community – Employee Engagement, Peer Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and employee & agency events to keep staff connected.
• Recognition – Service award celebrations, professional acknowledgements and educational milestones that create a culture where our staff can thrive.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Directs the staff and services within the IRA; maintains a home-like environment; performs related work as requested in the absence of the House Manager.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

Under the supervision of the House Manager, an employee of this class is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the IRA and for ensuring continuous active treatment.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:

(Some of the following tasks may place the employee at risk for acquiring Hepatitis B Virus.)

·         Confers with the House Manager regarding the supervision of the IRA.

·         Participates in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of direct care staff.

·         Maintains accurate accounts of individuals’ account ledgers and personal accounts.

·         As required, and with specialized training, drives the Agency vehicle for the purpose of program individual transportation, shopping, or other related IRA business.

·         Prepares reports and other informational materials as needed and ensures completion of deficiencies.

·         Assists staff will maladaptive behaviors and emergency care (with specific training).

·         Ensures that the IRA is maintained in a neat, clean, and organized manner and is attractively decorated.

·         Ensures that safety standards are adhered to.

·         Brings to the attention of the nurse, clinical staff, and House Manager and/or Assistant IRA Director any changes in the individuals medical conditions or other pertinent information as needed.

·         Assists individuals with toileting; may include changing diapers, showering/bathing, and maintaining of personal hygiene; and transferring/lifting.

·         Completes assessments as required.

• Utilizes universal precautions.

·         Participates in meetings as required.

·         Maintains an appropriate wardrobe for each individual.

·         Ensures that individuals are provided with continuous active programming.

Requirements

Requirements

Must be able to adjust hours to a flexible 40-hour work week schedule.

GREENPORT IRA -Tuesday-Saturday 3p-11p

Salary 22.30 Hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance