Community Services OMH Provider-Sullivan County, NY

Company Overview:

The Arc Greater Hudson Valley is a not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing support and services to over 1,800 people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and to their families in Sullivan, Orange and Dutchess Counties, New York. A chapter of The Arc New York, our main offices are located at 162 East Broadway in Monticello, NY.

Our agency offers a broad range of services including Residential Services, Clinical Services, Day Services, Family Support Services, Guardianship Services, Employment Services, Recreation and more. Our mission is to support people with unique abilities to live as valued and contributing members of the community

Job Summary: The CSI OMH Provider does meaningful activities with people we support who reside in the community. These services take place in or out of the person we support’s home and are delivered on an individual basis. Typical service types are respite. The services are designed to provide oversight and guidance to people supported so they can partake in their community to the fullest extent possible. The CSI OMH Provider will also assist the CSI Coordinator with clerical activities.

Expectations: Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with people we support, collaterals, and staff. Relate the Agency’s mission statement and core values to daily responsibilities, interactions, and decision making. Adhere to the Agency’s Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, Code of Professionalism, and Policies and Procedures. Maintain valid licenses (including but not limited to driving, as applicable), certification, or any other credentials that are required or necessary to carry out the responsibilities upon and throughout employment. Assume responsibility for the care and well-being of the people we support in the absence of their family member or caregiver. Act as a companion to the people we support, providing meaningful activities. Carry out assigned duties as requested by the program supervisor and or the parent/caregiver.

Responsibilities:

1. Schedule service delivery times that meet the needs of the people we support and his/her family

2. Contemporaneously maintain accurate records regarding service delivery, utilizing the program software, such as dates, service delivery times, etc.

3. Submit records to supervisor as per program policy.

4. Maintain other records or summaries as required.

5. Responsible for monies allotted and records of the same.

6. Develop and implement activities with their people supported. These activities need to be in accordance with the people’s needs and desires. Maintaining equipment/supplies as assigned. Van maintenance and scheduling. Picking up/dropping off paperwork between Sullivan and Orange County locations. Assisting the CSI Coordinator in the monthly billing process, to include monitoring paperwork is complete, and all providers have submitted timely. Participate in the intake process of children referred to our OMH In-Home Respite program.

Maintain valid licenses {including driving license, as applicable}, certifications, or any other credentials that are required or necessary to carry out the responsibilities upon and throughout employment.

Qualifications: OMH and MR/DD experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

1. Physically able to bend/stoop, squat, push/pull, reach above and below shoulder level frequently—at least 5 times/hour.

2. Must be able to independently lift and/or transfer, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.

3. Must have adequate vision and hearing ability, with or without correction, to be constantly aware of, detect, and respond to each individual’s needs when not in the immediate vicinity.

4. Exposed to bites, kicks, punches, spitting, and other physical behaviors.

5. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type, use office and/or other equipment, and handle materials.

6. Travel frequently to various sites and other locations

Occupational Safety and Health Act: Exposed to human body fluids, airborne agents, household chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions. May be exposed to contagious diseases, including but not limited to HIV and Hepatitis B.

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Pay: $18.70 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19