Residence Counselor

Position Duties ( include but are not limited to the following): Responsible for the individual’s well being. Assist participants with activities of daily living including toileting, grooming, oral hygiene, meal programs, and specialized medical needs as required. May administer medications and records same. Facilitation in the utilization of special equipment.

Responds to changes in the individual’s condition. Shall accompany people we serve to clinic appointments, outside programming, recreation programs, etc. as required. Shall be responsible to maintain staffing ratio by being available for mandatory overtime as required. Performs all other duties as assigned. Physical Expectations This position requires that employees are able to stand and or sit for prolonged periods of time.

The employees must also be able to lift and transport people we serve and perform all physical aspects of the job.

Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED Preferred Experience: 2 years related experience working with people who experience Developmental Disabilities License: New York State Driver’s License and Agency Insurability