Employment

​​​​​​​​​​​​​Community Habilitation Specialist (Canandaigua)

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Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

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Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full time, part time, and/or substitute community-based position. Days and hours of work vary and are flexible. Must have evening and weekend availability.

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We currently have a need in the following areas:

• Naples (6 hours per week)

• Canandaigua (12 hours per week)

• Macedon (8 hours per week)

• Geneva (15 hours per week)

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Essential Functions:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to clients, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Provides training to program participants to help them acquire daily living skills which will enable these individuals to function in more independent living situations.

4. Provide functional assessment of a wide variety of life skills and provide appropriate feedback to program participants with regard to strengths, areas to develop and barriers to overcome.

5. Use creative problem solving to help participants overcome barriers to independence.

6. Develop appropriate service plan goals and activities to help consumers reach their goals.

7. Advocate for person centered planning for program participants.

8. Provides assistance and training to program participants to help them develop necessary problem-solving skills which will enable them to better function in their community living situation.

9. Accompanies program participants to locations in the community to help them learn how to access and utilize community resources, including health and safety resources.

10. Assist program participants in accessing recreational and social activities, thus enabling them to utilize their leisure time appropriately.

11. Acts as a role model for program participants by interacting with people in a manner, which will assist these individuals to develop behaviors necessary for successful community living.

12. Assist with implementation of behavior modification plans as needed.

13. Participates in case conferences upon request.

14. Maintains necessary records and case notes as requested.

15. Submits a monthly report to Supervisor of Home & Community Services or designee on time and according to established guidelines.

16. Communicates individual consumer concerns relative to treatment plan, medical or safety issues to the service coordinator.

17. Provides training and consultation to designated staff for the purpose of goal implementation.

18. Participates in conferences, workshops and in-service training to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

19. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

20. Performs other duties at the discretion of the Program Director or his/her designee.

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

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Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Required Education and Experience:

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1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

2. Knowledge of community resources and means of accessing these resources.

3. Valid NYS driver’s license.

4. Demonstrates basic reasoning and writing skills.

5. 6 months experience working with individuals with disabilities providing habilitation or rehabilitation and independent living skills training.​​

 

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Community Integration Counselor (CIC)

 

Location: Happiness House Canandaigua site

 

Salary: $40.00 per 60-minute visit

 

Employment: Part Time, Itinerant position – days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during business hours. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master of Social Work, Master of Psychology or Certified rehabilitation Counselor.

2. Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience providing adjustment related counseling to individuals with a traumatic brain injury.

3. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team.

4. Demonstrates basic reasoning and writing skills and problem-solving skills 

 

Competency Requirements:

1. Communication Proficiency

2. Customer/Individual Focus

3. Ethical Practice

4. Self-motivation and initiative skills

 

Responsibilities include:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Develops a plan of service to assist an individual to more effectively manage and overcome the difficulties and stresses encountered by surviving a brain injury. 

4. Provides counseling and service to an individual and/or family member, or anyone that may have a significant role in the support of the individual with a brain injury.

5. Provides service to a consumer or their family in the individual’s home, community, or the provider’s office based on the comfort and needs of the consumer and their family.

6. Participates in team meetings as scheduled by the consumer and their service coordinator, providing feedback and recommendations for the consumer’s overall plan of service.

7. Acts as a role model for the consumers by interacting with others in a professional and respectful manner, dressing appropriately, and using good personal hygiene. 

8. Maintains necessary documentation as required and per agency policies. 

9. Communicates regularly with agency personnel to provide opportunities for exchange of information and discussion of concerns.  Provides feedback to Program Director regarding consumer concerns. 

10. Manages crisis situations per agency policies and procedures.

11. Performs other duties at the discretion of the Program Director or his/her designee.

12. Participates in conferences, workshops. Department meetings and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

13. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None

 

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

 

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day

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Director of Children's Services

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Location: Happiness House - Geneva site

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Annual Salary Commensurate with Experience:

$65,000 - $85,000

$70,000-$90,000 (with School Administrative Certification)

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Employment: This is a full-time, 12-month position (37.5 hours per week). Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during program hours. Evening work may be required as job duties demand.

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Summary/Objective: The Director will oversee day to day operations of the classroom sites located at Happiness House, and ensure delivery of appropriate and high-quality educational services.  The Director will also work closely with classroom staff or Educational Coordinator to develop a curriculum that is comprehensive and high quality, meeting the NYS PS Learning Standards.  The Director will work collaboratively with the Happiness House sites in Geneva, Canandaigua, GAC and CP Rochester to ensure that services are comprehensive and allow for all learning avenues to be met.   

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Required Education and Experience:

1. Master’s Degree in Education with Birth-2 Special Education Certification (preferred) or a Master’s Degree with a NYS Clinical Certification.

2. School Administration Certification preferred.

3. Experience with young children with developmental delays.

4. Five years of experience working with children with disabilities.

5. Experience to mentor and coach teachers to assist with behavior management needs and with a high level of performance.

6. Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

7. Valid NYS driver’s license

8. Must have demonstrated commitment to performing job duties and tasks at a high level of performance.

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Essential Functions:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy and FERPA regulations.

3. Directly supervises the day to day operations of the CP Rochester classrooms and educational programs in conjunction with the Vice President of Children’s and Clinical Services.

4. Supervises all staff assigned to children’s educational programs.

5. Administers standardized assessment tools for teacher and staff evaluations.

6. Facilitates the development of a consistent and appropriate curriculum for use in classroom and across all CP Rochester sites.

7. Ensures the Agency Guidelines and educational needs comply with all applicable NYS and local regulations and Federal Performance Standards.

8. Understand their role as a NYS Mandated Reporter

9. Monitors classroom enrollments for Special needs students as well as Private Pay Daycare students for the site.

10. Participates in the development and monitoring of program budgets.

11. Acts as consultant to teachers in programs, offering support and coaching/mentoring when working with children on the spectrum or any child with special needs.

12. Demonstrates leadership ability by setting goals, prioritizing needs and collaboratively finding the best solutions to program needs.

13. Oversees Curriculum development in collaboration with Education Coordinator.

14. Guides teachers and staff through annual review process and coordinates a system that is effective and efficient.

15. Coordinates regular teacher meetings, paraprofessional meetings and attends therapy meetings as needed. Coordinates site meetings quarterly or as needed for the respective site.

16. Attends CPSE meetings for children or appoints a designee to attend.

17. Works with local school districts for enrollment needs

18. Participates in Directors meetings and other meetings as needed.

19. Coordinates school wide activities for children and families at their respective site.

20. Carries out agency policies and procedures and communicates these to staff members.

21. Works with Admin Assistant to order classroom and program supplies for the respective site.

22. Designates tasks to Admin Assistant as needed to ensure efficiencies and program organization.

23. Oversees Daycare Program and assumes Director of Daycare position for the respective site.

24. Assists teachers with supervision of students, interns and volunteers placed in the classroom setting at the respective site.

25. Handles emergency health situations that may develop.

26. Schedules parent and family classroom visits as needed with Program Director or designee.

27. Requisitions supplies and equipment through the Program Director or designee.

28. Recruits, interviews and hires staff as needed for program sustainment

29. Develops an annual inventory of all classroom equipment and supplies.

30. Participates in conferences, workshops and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

31. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

 

Competency Requirements:

1. Strong Leadership Skills.

2. Effective Verbal and Written Communication Skills.

3. Effective Classroom Management Skills with emphasis on behavior management for children with Behavior Management needs.

4. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

5. Ability to facilitate group meetings.

6. Ability to set priorities and adapt to change.

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: None.

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Supervisory Responsibility: Directly supervisors all teachers and staff at the respective site. Oversees clinical staff with support of Clinical Coordinator or Clinical Supervisor.

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Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Work Environment: This job operates in a preschool program environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

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Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, bend; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds and push/pull objects up to 100 pounds.

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Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day. Travel to Canandaigua and Geneva locations will be needed on a rotating schedule to implement and advise on curriculum.

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Early Childhood Education Coordinator (Starting in June)

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Location: Geneva and Canandaigua sites

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Pay Range: $45,000-$56,300 per year

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a Full Time/School Year position (32.5 hours per week) - Monday through Friday during program hours. Evening work may be required as job duties demand.

 

Summary/Objective: Creates and maintains a structured and effective program and safe environment that provides for the individual development needs of the children. Provides mentoring, instruction and training to Early Childhood Education Teachers.

 

Required Education and Experience

1. Master’s degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education with NYS certification in Childhood Education.  Early Childhood Certification (Birth-Grade 2) preferred.

2. Experience working with young children.

3. Knowledge of child development and student learning.

4. Knowledge of content and instructional planning and implementation.

5. Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

6. Must have demonstrated commitment to performing job duties and tasks at a high level of performance.

 

Essential Functions:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Ensure a meaningful and individualized educational experience for all students.

4. Assists in Coordinating developmental assessments to all students to gather data to determine how to meet individual development needs of the children.

5. Works with the Special Education Teacher to coordinate a structured program and safe environment that provides for the individual development needs of the children.

6. Facilitates the implementation of district driven UPK curriculum(s), NYS Learning Standards, as well as additional curricula including Social Determinants of Health (required by the agency and cooperating community based entities) into daily classroom practices and procedures.

7. Consults with teachers within the UPK programs, offering peer coaching and suggestions/strategies for addressing the needs of specific children and situations in conjunction with Program Directors.

8. Provides assistance and support to teachers with regard to UPK data base systems, documentation and benchmark information, as well as additional district-based program requirements.

9. Monitors and supports teachers in the development, implementation and analysis of data collection to drive instruction.

10. Mentors and trains new UPK/4410 staff members as needed for classroom cohesiveness.

11. Assists the Program Directors with teacher observations and staff performance reviews.

12. Attends all team, discipline and staff meetings as designated/needed.

13. Understand their role as a NYS Mandated Reporter

14. Participates in conferences, workshops, department meetings and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

15. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

16. Coordinates the educational curriculum for children’s program within the assigned site, in conjunction with the Program Director.

17. Facilitates the development of a consistent and appropriate curriculum for use in classroom or in the agency (development of cohesive curriculum)

18. Promotes integration and inclusion models.

19. Acts as consultant to other teachers in program, offering peer coaching and/or suggestions and ideas for working with specific children and situations.

20. Demonstrates leadership ability by setting goals, prioritizing needs and collaboratively finding possible solutions to program needs.

21. Provides assistance and support to teachers with regard to the Annual Review and paperwork process.

22. Provides coaching and possible teaching for parents in high transition times such as EI to PS or PS to CSE

23. Communicates needs, concerns and strengths of department to Program Director regularly.

24. Meets with teaching staff regularly, in conjunction with site Director, to assure appropriate and accurate exchange of information.

25. Assures the Agency guidelines comply with all applicable N.Y.S. and local regulations and Federal Performance

 

Standards.

1. Mentors and trains new staff members

2. Carries out Agency policies and procedures and communicates these to staff members.

3. Performs other duties at the discretion of the Program Director or his/her designee.

 

Other Duties: 

• Assist teachers with any evaluation training/observations

• Attend CPSE Meetings

• Assist Director with Annual Review process as needed

• Provide Tours as needed

• Check IEPs and STACS

• Enter data on the CPSE portal

• Assist with enrollment of new students in conjunction with Director

• Provide direction to/management of projects with administrative assistants

 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Competency Requirements

1. Strong Collaboration Skills.

2. Strong Leadership Skills.

3. Effective Communication Skills.

4. Time Management Skills.

5. Effective Classroom Management Skills.

6. Behavior Management Skills

 

Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises Paraprofessionals, Teaching Assistants and Teacher Aides

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Work Environment: This job operates in a preschool classroom environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

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Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

 

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee may be expected to work at any of our partner agencies. Travel to Canandaigua and Geneva for observation and work at both preschool sites will be necessary.  Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

 

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and location.

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Early Childhood Education Teacher (3 openings)

*** $3,000 Signing Bonus ***

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Location: Happiness House – Geneva site (3 openings)

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Salary: $40,000 - $48,000 per year

 

Employment: Full Time/10 Month (37.5 hours per week) – Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm; Evening and weekend work maybe required as job duties demand

 

Summary/Objective: Teaches young children in an integrated preschool classroom with the Special Education Teacher. Creates and maintains a structured and effective program and safe environment that provides for the individual development needs of the children.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education with NYS certification in Childhood Education. Early Childhood Certification (Birth-Grade 2) preferred.

2. Experience working with young children.

3. Knowledge of child development and student learning.

4. Knowledge of content and instructional planning and implementation.

5. Proficient computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

6. Must have demonstrated commitment to performing job duties and tasks at a high level of performance.

 

Competency Requirements:

1. Strong Collaboration Skills.

2. Strong Leadership Skills.

3. Effective Communication Skills.

4. Time Management Skills.

5. Effective Classroom Management Skills.

 

Responsibilities include:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Ensure a meaningful and individualized educational experience for all students.

4. Administers developmental assessments to all students to gather data to determine how to meet the individual development needs of the children.

5. Works with the Special Education Teacher to coordinate a structured program and safe environment that provides for the individual development needs of the children.

6. Coordinates daily and weekly lesson plans with the Special Education Teacher that are available for review by the Program Director or the Education Coordinator.

7. Maintains all necessary paperwork in portfolios for each child.

8. Participates in all parent-teacher conferences for children in the New Friends program.

9. Attends all team, discipline, and staff meetings as designated.

10. Creates lesson plans using NYS Learning Standards and agency-selected curriculum.

11. Supervises classroom paraprofessionals, aides and assistants, students, volunteers, and others involved in helping capacities with input from the Special Education Teacher.

12. Completes annual performance appraisals for paraprofessionals, teaching assistants, and teacher aides with input from the Special Education Teacher.

13. Schedules parent and family classroom visits in conjunction with the Special Education Teacher.

14. Develops an annual inventory of all classroom equipment and supplies together with the Special Education Teacher.

15. Submits daily/monthly attendance records for all children without disabilities.

16. Participates in conferences, workshops, department meetings, and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

17. Adheres to the agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

 

Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises Paraprofessionals, Teaching Assistants and Teacher’s Aides.

 

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Work Environment: This job operates in a preschool program environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

 

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day, but employee may be expected to work at any of our partner agencies. Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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Personal Care Aide (HCSSA) – Canandaigua site, Community based

*** $,1000 Signing Bonus ***

 

**Do NOT have to have PCA certification - the agency will provide training**

 

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Full time, Part time, and Substitute positions available with varying and flexible hours. Must have evening and weekend availability. This is a community-based position.

 

Summary/Objective: Provides oversight and supervision to individuals with disabilities to maintain their health and welfare, assisting them with activities of daily living.

 

Required Education and Experience:

1. Knowledge of community resources and means of accessing these services

2. Valid NYS driver’s license/dependable vehicle

3. Demonstrates basic reasoning and writing skills

4. Certification as a Personal Care Aide in New York State preferred but not required - agency will provide training

5. Six (6) months of excperience providing personal care to individuals with dsiabilites required.

 

Responsibilities:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to clients, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Provides care in accordance with the Plan of Care and physician’s orders; after supervising RN has approved the individual to provide said care. The following cares may be provided by a Personal Care Aide (PCA):

   1. Assistance and training for daily living skills; dressing, bathing, feeding and grooming.

   2. Light cleaning, dusting, vacuuming and dishes.

   3. Shopping and running errands.

   4. Preparation of meals for regular and simple modified diets.

   5. Placement of and/or removal of elastic stockings, braces, splints, slings, prostheses.

   6. Obtain a weight.

   7. Assist with self-administration of oral medications (remind individual, read label, bring medication to the individual, open container, and/or provide a drink).

4. Acts as a role model for program participants by interacting with people in a manner, which will assist these individuals in developing appropriate social behaviors necessary for successful community living.

5. Assists with implementation of behavior modification plans as needed.

6. Participates in case conferences upon request.

7. Provides any personal care tasks as directed by the supervising RN under the plan of care.

8. Maintains necessary records and case notes as requested and within required format and deadlines.

9. Communicates regularly with agency personnel to provide opportunities for exchange of information and discussion of concerns.

10. Participates in conferences, workshops and in-service training to enhance job skills and personal growth and development as determined by the Supervisor. A minimum of 6 hours of training is required per year for this position.

11. Adheres to the agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

12. Performs other duties at the discretion of the Program Director or his/her designee.

 

Other Job Specifics: Directly responsible to Home & Community Support Services Supervisor and Supervising Registered Nurse.

Competency Requirements:

1. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

2. Ability and skills necessary to meet the individual’s needs.

3. Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients.

4. Individual/client focus.

5. Ethical conduct.

6. Flexibility.

7. Initiative.

8. Basic understanding of medical terminology.

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None

 

Other Duties:This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

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Travel: Travel is primarily local. Employee may be expected to transport individual to locations outside of their home using a motor vehicle.  Some out-of-the-area travel may be expected.​

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​​​Preschool 1 to 1 and Teacher Aides (All sites)

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Pay Range:
For full/part time: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour
For substitutes: $16.25 - $18.25 per hour

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Reports to: Early Childhood Education Teacher/Director of Children’s Services

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Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full time, part time , and/or substitute position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during program hours. Evening work may be required as job duties demand. This is a school year position which includes the 6 week summer program.

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Summary/Objective: The Teacher’s Aide is a key component in the classroom in ensuring the day’s activities are prepared. The Teacher’s Aide provides overall support to the teacher(s) and children in the classroom.

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Essential Functions:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Performs non-instructional duties under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

4. Assists the classroom teacher in all children’s activities throughout the day.

5. Supervises children at all times, including during busing and transitional activities.

6. Assists in physical care tasks and health related activities as appropriate.

7. Assists children with behavioral/management needs.

8. Functions as a positive, contributing member of the classroom team.

9. Attends appropriate meetings as determined by the classroom teacher and Program Director.

10. Demonstrates consistent, nurturing manner toward all children.

11. Assists with classroom preparation/set-up and the management of classroom materials and equipment.

12. Assists in the preparation of children’s meals and snacks. Assists with classroom cleanup as needed before/after meals and during the day as needed.

13. Shares all relevant information related to classroom children obtained form various sources with the classroom teacher.

14. Performs classroom duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or teaching assistant.

15. Participates in conferences, workshops. Department meetings and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

16. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

 

Competency Requirements:

1. Communication Proficiency.

2. Initiative.

3. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.

4. Stress Management/Composure.

5. Learning Orientation.

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

 

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Work Environment: This job operates in a preschool classroom environment. This role uses standard office equipment.

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Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

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Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies. Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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Required Education and Experience:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent, or 1 year of experience working with children.

2. Must be at least 18 years of age.

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: None

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Pay Range:
For full/part time: $17.50 - $19.75
For substitutes and non drivers: $17.00 - $19.25

 

Reports to: Residential Supervisor & Manager

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This position may have a full-time, part time or relief schedule. Days and hours of work are determined for each vacancy and would typically include an evening or overnight shift.

 

Summary/Objective: Provides safety and supervision of all individuals focusing on fulfilling the Agency’s Mission, Vision and Values and providing services which meet or exceed the goals of the individual, department and the agency.

 

Essential Functions:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Provides oversight to ensure safety and supervision of residents. May be required to stay on-shift after hours should there be an emergency, weather hazard, or other unforeseen occurrence.

4. Provides assistance, training and supervision with various activities of daily living, helping each individual to improve their ability to live more independently, while addressing specific individualized outcomes as outlined on service plan.

5. Implements health-related and medication regimens for all consumers in accordance with policies and procedures. Implements behavior treatment plans as written, following documentation protocol as required.

6. Accompanies residents to off-site locations/activities, helping them to access and utilize community resources (i.e. grocery shopping, recreation, entertainment, medical appointments, banking, etc).

7. Assists residents with planning and accessing recreational and social activities.

8. Provides input regarding assessment and capabilities for team meetings/progress updates, etc. Attends meetings as requested.

9. Acts as a role model for program participants by interacting with others in a professional and respectful manner, dressing appropriately, and using good personal hygiene.

10. Maintains necessary documentation as required and per agency policies.

11. Communicates regularly with agency personnel to provide opportunities for exchange of information and discussion of concerns. Provides feedback to Supervisor regarding resident and/or facility concerns.

12. Assists residents in working toward achievement of their goals, while ensuring adherence to applicable Behavioral Support Plans.

13. Manages crisis situations per agency policies and procedures, contacting Administrator on-call as necessary.

14. Helps to ensure a positive appearance of the facility by assisting with site inspections, timely reporting of maintenance needs, performs general housekeeping and home maintenance activities, etc.

15. Creates opportunities for, and encourages individuals to make as many decisions as possible, ranging from basic choices, such as food and clothing, to long term planning of life goals.

16. Ensures individual care meets or exceeds established standards in areas including personal hygiene, grooming, feeding, care and respect for individual’s belongings, room cleaning, and other daily living skills.

17. Provides emergency and first aid treatment, within their scope of training, as needed until relieved by other staff, a professional medical person, or other designated person.

18. Attends all departmental or other related meetings for those individuals assigned to him/her. Participates and acts as a contributing member in the development and maintenance of person-centered Res Hab plans. Implements and monitors Res Hab Plans as scheduled.

19. Participates in the team decision-making process and carries out decisions consistently.

20. Presents a positive and professional public image. Has a polite and professional interaction with individuals, families, staff, and members of the community.

21. Attends all required training and any other training as assigned by supervisor.

22. Participates in conferences, workshops and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

23. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

 

Competency Requirements:

1. Individual/Client Focus.

2. Ethical Conduct.

3. Flexibility.

4. Initiative.

5. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.

6. Teamwork Orientation.

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

 

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Work Environment: This job operates in a residential setting.

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. See attached physical limitations.

 

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day, but employee may be expected to work at any of the residential houses.

 

Required Education and Experience:

1. High School Diploma or GED.

2. Experience working with special needs population preferred.

3. Valid and clean NYS driver’s license.

4. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

5. Must obtain and maintain Medical Certification.

6. Ability to complete required training classes.

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Residential Medical Liaison

 

Location: Happiness House – Stanley, NY

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.25 per hour

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Full Time/12 Month position (40 hours per week).

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Evening and weekend work may be required as job

duties demand.

 

Summary/Objective: To ensure all individual medical and health needs are addressed promptly under the clinical direction of the Registered Nurse, focusing on fulfilling the Mission, Vision and Values and providing services meet or exceed the goals of the individual, department and the agency. Serves as a liaison between Happiness House and external service providers.

 

Required Education and Experience:

1. High school diploma or GED.

2. One year of experience in working with special needs population desirable.

3. Must have a clean, valid NYS Driver’s License.

4. Must complete AMAP training and maintain annual certification.

5. Ability to complete required training classes.

6. Must be certified in First Aid and CPR, and maintain certifications as required.

7. Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and prioritize in medical/health/safety situations.

8. Demonstrated ability to exercise prudent judgment specifically with regards to medical/health/safety issues.

9. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication.

10. Demonstrated effective listening skills.

11. Demonstrated ability to organize/prioritize work and work independently.

 

Competency Requirements:

1. Individual/Client Focus

2. Ethical Conduct

3. Flexibility

4. Initiative

5. Teamwork Orientation

6. Communication Proficiency

 

Responsibilities include:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program employees and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Provides evaluation of Individual’s illness or injury and consults with the Registered Nurse for follow up.

4. Schedules, transports and accompanies Individuals, with all appropriate medical information to all routine medical, psychological, therapy, interim or emergency appointments as assigned and acts under the direction of the RN.

5. Communicates all appropriate information to residential RN, service providers, families, Individuals and service coordinator.

6. Ensures all medications, treatments, first aid supplies, and adaptive equipment are available and are administered as prescribed and are maintained within expiration dates.

7. Administers prescribed medications and treatments to Individuals.

8. Reviews Medication Administration Records weekly as assigned by the RN and brings any issues to the attention of the RN in a timely fashion, specifically those concerning frequent use of prn medication and inappropriate medication practices.

9. Inventories medical supplies, prescriptions, and treatments weekly.

10. Ensures that accurate weights and vital statistics, as indicated in the Individual’s care plan, are obtained for each Individual and documented.

11. Performs all direct care services for residents when needed

12. Secures documentation of all appointments on the appropriate form.  Completes related documentation and communication as assigned.

13. Implements treatment plan and regimens as prescribed by the physician or health care provider.

14. Reviews and implements actions required in team/nursing notes.

15. Monitors and assures that established infection control procedures are followed.

16. Acts as a participating member of all Individual program-planning teams.

17. Attends all scheduled meetings as assigned by the RN.

18. Documents medical information as defined by agency, regulatory bodies, and standards of care.

19. Achieves program or department goals by performing other responsibilities as required.

20. Maintains necessary documentation and reports as required and per agency policies.

21. Participates in conferences, workshops and regular and mandatory training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

22. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

 

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None

 

Work Environment: This job operates in a residential setting.

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.

 

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies.  Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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Respite Aide

 

Location: Finger Lakes Region

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour

Reports to: Supervisor of Home & Community Services

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a part time itinerant position. Days and hours of work may vary depending on need. Evening and weekend work may be required as determined by program/individual needs.

 

Summary/Objective: The Respite Worker provides in-home care providing a safe and positive environment which allows the primary caregiver a break or period of respite.

 

Responsibilities include:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.

2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.

3. Follows policies and procedures as per OPWDD guidelines.

4. Provides in-home respite care (i.e. sitter service) to individuals as outlined by the life plan. Hourly respite is designed to give the primary caregiver a break while providing a safe, fun and positive environment for their loved one. 

5. Provide supports to meet the needs of the individual (i.e., meal prep, personal care).

6. Engage the individual in his/her chosen activities, which could include arts, crafts, outdoor play, games, etc. 

7. Serve as an appropriate role model and engage in interactions which promote and ensure the dignity and rights of all participants, service providers, coworkers and community members. 

8. Acts as a professional representative of Happiness House in regards to appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language and dress. 

9. Reports any issues or concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.

10. Follows agency incident procedure.

11. Completes and submits monthly documentation, representative of the service delivered.

12. Participates in conferences, workshops. Department meetings and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.

13. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

 

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Required Education and Experience

1. One year experience and/or education in human services preferable

2. Prior experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities and autism is preferred.

3. High School Diploma or GED preferred.

4. Ability to work independently and motivate others.

5. Knowledge of community resources and means of accessing these services.

6. Valid NYS driver’s license/dependable vehicle.

7. Demonstrates basic reasoning skills

 

Competency Requirements

1. Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients.

2. Attention to detail.

3. Caring approach.

4. Ability to ensure individual’s safety.

5. Excellent communication skills.

6. Positivity.

7. Attentiveness.

 

Work Environment: This job operates in a home environment.

 

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

 

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies.  Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

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