AHRC Nassau·Village of Farmingdale, New York
Provide ongoing guidance and support to individuals with intellectual and other disabilities to ensure a high quality of life and active community participation. Responsibilities include assisting with self-care, health, safety, household chores, and medication administration.
Overview Works closely with Manager to ensure ongoing support is provided to individuals by fostering an environment that assists individuals in becoming active participants in every aspect of their lives (i.e., self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization and overall well being) and ensuring that a high quality of life is maintained.
Assists Manager with the supervision and training of Direct Support Professionals to ensure that ongoing support is provided to individuals by fostering an environment that assists individuals in becoming active participants in every aspect of their lives (i.e., self-care routines, health, safety, household chores, socialization and overall well being) and ensuring that a high quality of life is maintained. Assists with the training of new employees to ensure that the residence is adequately staffed with qualified employees. Assists with the maintenance of weekly work schedules for all staff by assigning shifts based on availability and the particular requirements of each resident to ensure that appropriate care is administered at all times. Assists with the maintenance of appropriate records of staff by observing and documenting issues relating to time, attendance, and level of performance, specific deficiencies, supervisory sessions and training needs to ensure the ongoing and effective supervision of each employee. Verifies that all needed documentation of treatment plans is present and completed on a daily basis. Assists with the maintenance of residents' bank accounts and expenditures by depositing and withdrawing all monies and reviewing monthly bank statements to ensure accuracy and adherence to individual budgets. Assists with the arrangement of transportation for residents to medical appointments by ensuring availability of agency vehicle to ensure the successful completion of required medical appointments and ongoing communication. Confers with site RN, physicians and pharmacies by discussing the current medical status and/or health care needs of each resident. Collaborates with individuals’ day program by telephone (or) scheduled meetings to ensure coordination of services and ongoing communication. Oversees the supervision of the housekeeping/upkeep of house/apartment by assigning responsibilities to staff (i.e.- vacuuming, laundry, dusting, dishwashing, mopping floors, etc.) that will assure and provide each individual with a sanitary and safe environment. Performs the responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional, as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Valid NYS Driver's License maintained throughout employment. One (1) year experience working with the developmentally disabled AMAP certified required. Good verbal and written communication skills as well as good organizational and administrative skills required.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and a valid NYS driver's license is required. Candidates must be able to meet physical demands, including lifting and transferring individuals.
Market context
Operations roles in New York healthcare often stay in demand because organizations need reliable support for scheduling, records, and day-to-day workflow. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already know EHR systems and basic quality measures, and this posting also notes a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree in HIM and practical experience considered. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show practical systems experience and attention to detail.