NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities · 6 hours ago
Developmental Assistant 1
Saranac Lake, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$61K/yr - $66K/yr
2+ years expThe NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Developmental Assistant 1. This role involves supervising Direct Support Assistants, managing personal funds, ensuring compliance with agency policies, and providing personal care services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Responsibilities
Must become a trainer for CPR/First Aid or SCIP/Promote
Work closely with DA II and DA III
Supervise DSA’s; Head of Shift duties
Some scheduling of regular shifts, medical appointments as well as for unforeseen events-call-ins, hospital coverage
TIMES
Implement and follow residential habilitation, protective oversight and behavior plans
Participate, plan, and oversee community inclusion opportunities
Manage personal funds and ensure compliance with all related agency Policies and Procedures. (CITRIX database)
Interact with families; provide guidance/assistance as needed to families regarding their loved ones
Oversee fire plans, drills and evacuation procedures
Have knowledge of and apply agency policies and procedures regarding personnel and regulatory compliance matters
Communicate regularly with supervisor, IRA staff and clinicians on issues and daily IRA operations
Act as a role model for staff and actively participate in direct service delivery for primarily total care individuals
Attend and participate in ISP and other planning meetings
As indicated, plan and attend house staff meetings
Maintain a working relationship with Day Habilitation providers
Prepare for and participate in surveys. Implement subsequent plans of corrective action
Complete required paperwork timely including incident reports, employee evaluations, and monthly fire safety rounds
Significant personal care services to be provided
Interested applicants refer to the Classification Standards for the title which is available in the Office of Human Resources Management
Other Duties as Assigned
Qualification
Required
Must become a trainer for CPR/First Aid or SCIP/Promote
Work closely with DA II and DA III
Supervise DSA's; Head of Shift duties
Some scheduling of regular shifts, medical appointments as well as for unforeseen events-call-ins, hospital coverage
Implement and follow residential habilitation, protective oversight and behavior plans
Participate, plan, and oversee community inclusion opportunities
Manage personal funds and ensure compliance with all related agency Policies and Procedures. (CITRIX database)
Interact with families; provide guidance/assistance as needed to families regarding their loved ones
Oversee fire plans, drills and evacuation procedures
Have knowledge of and apply agency policies and procedures regarding personnel and regulatory compliance matters
Communicate regularly with supervisor, IRA staff and clinicians on issues and daily IRA operations
Act as a role model for staff and actively participate in direct service delivery for primarily total care individuals
Attend and participate in ISP and other planning meetings
As indicated, plan and attend house staff meetings
Maintain a working relationship with Day Habilitation providers
Prepare for and participate in surveys. Implement subsequent plans of corrective action
Complete required paperwork timely including incident reports, employee evaluations, and monthly fire safety rounds
Significant personal care services to be provided
Possess the minimum qualifications for this title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement
Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary)
Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/, and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request
Developmental Assistant Trainee: High school or high school equivalency diploma and one year of experience in the care, treatment, and habilitation of individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
Developmental Assistant 1: High school or high school equivalency diploma and two years of experience in the care, treatment, and habilitation of individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
Benefits
Health Care Coverage
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Program
Professional Development and Education and Training
Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.
Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.
Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.
Life insurance and Disability insurance.
Paid Holidays and Leave: Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.
Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially.
Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.
Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.
Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.
Company
NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, Prader-Willi syndrome, and other neurological impairments.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dianne Henk
Director, Statewide Workforce Transformation & Chief Diversity Officer
Dom Marando, CISSP
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