HDC is great summer positions for people who are looking to make a difference in the lives of others, with no C.N.A. required.

As a Resident Aide you will learn hands on skills to help residents with everything from personal care to helping them learn skills. This role will offer you an opportunity to become part of these individual’s lives and make a personal connection with them.

Come join a team where you will be valued and have the chance to make a difference. We have three different shifts to choose from- 1st (6:00 am-2:30 pm), 2nd (2:00 pm-10:30 pm), 3rd (10:00 pm-6:30 am) Must be available to work on weekends. Will be required to have the ability to lift 50lbs.

Or work as a Direct Support Professional, and in this role you will get to know different individuals and visit different homes. Spend time going on community outings and help with household duties. You will be a positive role model and guide individuals in their day to day behaviors.

Candidates need to be self-motivated and able to work independently. HS Diploma or GED required. Must have valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable transportation. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Shifts will mostly consist of second shift hours.

See full job description below.
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Status: Non-Exempt

Title: Resident Aide

Responsible to: Program Supervisor

Objective: Under the direction of the Shift Supervisor and the supervision of the Program Supervisor, provide day to day care of individuals served and assist in the development and maintenance of self-help skills in those individuals.

Duties:

• Treat participants/residents with dignity and respect.

Ability to use computer to navigate and enter information into web-based software

Ability to successfully complete medication manager class

Possesses valid car insurance

Ability to understand and follow the policies and procedures of HDC

• Performs direct care for assigned individuals so that prescribed care is maintained.

• Completes assigned nursing duties.

• Keeps individuals clean and appropriately dressed.

• Applies all positioning, adaptive, and safety equipment properly.

• Provides privacy to individuals.

• Knowledge of all emergency procedures.

• Completes body checks for temporary absence or discharge.

• Follows all infection control policies and procedures.

• Feeds or assists individuals with eating, following all dietary policies and procedures.

• Accompanies individuals to appointments or hospital visits as needed.

• Stays abreast of individuals’ condition, needs, and whereabouts.

• Conducts room checks to ensure individuals are clean, dry, comfortable, and safe.

• Implements programs, procedures and baselines.

• Completes all documentation including baselines, care and observations and General Event Records.

• Implements activity schedules, providing meaningful activities for individuals.

• Communicates information and/or concerns in an effective manner to the appropriate persons.

• Ensures school/day program equipment is ready and available.

• Assists individuals in developing and maintaining ADL skills.

• Completes all cleaning including maintaining individuals’ personal items and their rooms.

• Practices safety techniques to prevent injury to individuals served, self and other employees.

• Communicates with others according to HDC policies, informing the Shift Supervisor of contacts.

• Follows shift change procedures.

• Attends meetings and trainings as assigned.

• Follows HIPAA and confidentiality policies.

  Other duties as assigned

   

  Qualifications:

   

  Knowledge and Abilities:

   

  Ability to be creative and learn new ideas

  Ability to communicate well

  Ability to be positive, caring, calm, cooperative, understanding, tactful and pleasant

  Ability to work with people and be flexible

  Ability to meet employment requirements (i.e. health screening, TB test)

  Ability to lift from floor/carry/transfer individuals and adaptive equipment in excess of 50 pounds

  Ability to withstand exposure to usual diseases and conditions associated with individuals with disabilities.

  Ability to carry/escort individuals in excess of 50 pounds and utilize behavior techniques during behavior problems

  Ability to use computer to navigate and enter information into web-based software and perform basic functions related to computer use (i.e. keyboarding, email, data entry)

  Ability to understand and follow the policies and procedures of HDC

   

  Training and Experience:

   

  Previous work with adults or children with disabilities or nurse’s aide experience preferred.

   

  * Denotes essential functions of the position.

  The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so employed.

   

  Revised: 6/19

  
   

  Status: Non-Exempt

  Title: Support Staff (Full or Part-Time)

  Responsible to: Assigned Casemanager

   

   

  Duties:

   

  * Treat participants/residents with dignity and respect.

• Serves in the role of Counselor or Resident Counselor to participants.

• Provides supportive encouragement to individuals on a personal basis both in a one-to-one or small group situation and given instruction, advice and assistance on personal problems.

• Assists individuals to plan, prepare, and serve meals within their home with maximum participant involvement.

• Responsible for ensuring that the house or apartment is clean and orderly and for completing work on the grounds as needed.

• Serves as a situational counselor in assignments dealing with individuals who are intellectually disabled. As assigned provides supportive services to participants in matters regarding to orientation to the community.

• Helps individuals in cultivating appropriate social, behavioral, personal care and interpersonal skills and attitudes useful in everyday community living and adjustments.

• Assists individual in planning and participating in recreational activities and provides instruction and assistance on group trips and as social functions. Accompanies individuals on shopping trips or to obtain medical or dental care, as needed.

• Notifies supervisor immediately when initials, specific training is needed prior to working an assignment.

• Responsible for communicating in a professional manner to the participants and their families

• Implements individual plans, including necessary documentation.

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  Training and Experience:

   

  Graduation from high school or GED

  Confers with Casemanagers and other staff regarding special problems and attends meetings and training as required.

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• Responsible for safe transportation with personal vehicles and/or agency vehicles.

• Responsible for timely and accurate completion of daily documentation, incident reports, and other required reports and documentation.

• Responsible for assisting participants in budgeting and other types of money management and completing all required documentation in regards to monetary transactions.

• Provides for security and safety within area of responsibility.

• Assists with intermittent catheterizations as training and assigned.

• Supports individuals in taking, and ordering medications including monitoring and completing documentation as required by individuals and specific programs.

• Reports contact with outside agencies/individuals immediately to supervisor.

• Attends training as assigned.

• Interacts professionally with participants, their families and outside agencies.

• Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality to ensure participant’s needs are met. Regular and on site attendance required.

• Responsible for working weekends and holidays.

• Follows HIPAA and confidentiality policies.

  Other duties as assigned

   

  Knowledge and Abilities:

   

  Knowledge of the organization, functions, policies, rules, and philosophy of the community residential division and the Handicapped Development Center

  Ability to secure the confidence, respect, and cooperation of participants and their families and exercise tact, initiative, and good judgment in dealing with them

  Ability to anticipate problems and to cope quickly and decisively with unexpected situations and behavior

  Ability to lift from floor/carry/transfer individuals and adaptive equipment in excess of 50 pounds

  Possesses a current and valid driver’s license and maintains a good driving record. Must not be denied coverage by HDC’s insurance carrier

  Good perception, powers of observation, and mental alertness

  Ability to report accurately on conditions

  Ability to keep timely and accurate documentation of services and expenditures

  Ability to carry/escort individuals in excess of 50 pounds and utilize PBS techniques during behavior problems

  Ability to use basic computer programs (Microsoft office suite) to complete electronic documentation and perform basic functions related to computer use. (i.e. keyboarding, email, data entry)

Denotes essential functions of the position.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so employed.

Revised: 9/19