Job Description

Job Location Maspeth ICF - Maspeth, NY 11378 Position Type Full-Time Education Level High School Salary Range $20.10 - $20.10 Hourly

Travel Percentage Up to 25% Job Shift Day Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services

About WellLife Network: WellLife Network is a leading health and human services organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families across New York City and Long Island. Recognized as a 2023 top-rated nonprofit, WellLife Network empowers people to overcome life’s challenges and achieve greater independence, well-being, and inclusion. We offer a comprehensive suite of programs spanning mental health, developmental disabilities, substance abuse, housing, and employment support, all grounded in a commitment to compassionate, high-quality care. Central to our mission is an unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within our organization and in the communities we serve. As a trusted community partner, WellLife Network fosters a nurturing environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and realize their fullest potential.

Coordinate daily staff assignments and maintain the Residence according to agency policy.

Provide all aspects of care to program residents to enable them to become independent and productive individuals. Must have working knowledge of computer systems (i.e. Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, etc.).

Essential Responsibilities

1. Ensures that all activities enhance and support each persons social responsibility, independence, dignity and continued growth.
2. Implement goals designed to maximize each residents level of independence, as determined by the IDT, including but not limited to: budgeting, grooming, nutritional planning, use of public transportation, use of community resources, shopping and housekeeping. Responsible for entering consumer data documentation in Avatar.
3. Supervises DSPs on a daily basis, which includes: review of the DSPs consumer data documentation in Avatar, distribution of work, staff training and orientation. Act as an appropriate role model for DSPs and consumers at all times.
4. Coordinates and assist consumers with personal needs.
5. Assists in training consumers in activities of daily living and development of self-help and social skills.
6. Participates in the interdisciplinary team process, which includes: evaluation, program planning, implementation and monitoring consumers cases, and maintaining contact with family members.
7. Dispenses medication to consumers as necessary and maintaining medical certification.
8. Coordinates and participates in recreational activities for consumers.
9. Assists in transporting consumers to and from medical appointment, recreational activities, and programming.
10. Communicates relevant information to other staff and supervisor(s), verbally and in writing, (i.e., daily communication log, telephone log, incident reports, medication and behavior incident reports.)
11. Maintains the consumers financial accounts, which includes banking, paying bills, etc. as requested by the Residence Manager.
12. Attends all scheduled staff meetings and all required in-services.
13. Performs all duties as per DSP job description.
14. Must be able to physically intervene with participant when individual may cause physical injury to self or to others: assist participants responding to potential dangerous situations (i.e., hand on hot stove; running into traffic). Must be able to administer emergency first aid to participant.
15. The ability to complete the following training courses and perform the techniques taught in each are a required function of the position: AMAP, CPR, SCIP, First Aid. This includes the computerized EMAR (Electronic Medication Administration Record) system, where applicable.
16. Maintains confidentiality at all times.
17. Other duties as requested.

Qualifications

High School Diploma required Associates Degree preferred or a combination of education and experience. One to two years of experience working with the developmentally disabled is necessary. Supervisory experience preferred. A valid NYS Drivers license is required.

Benefits and Perks: At WellLife Network, we prioritize our employees' growth and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible spending accounts. Enjoy perks like Summer Fridays, gym passes, and life insurance options. Our commitment to career advancement includes tuition assistance, mentorship, leadership training, and more. As a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, WellLife Network supports your career and financial goals while helping you make a meaningful community impact. Join us to experience a workplace that invests in your success and well-being!