RESIDENTIAL UNIT SPECIALIST - 67013287
The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) works in partnership with local communities to support people with developmental disabilities in living, learning, and working in their communities. APD provides critical services and support for customers with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. The Agency serves people with spina bifida, autism, Down syndrome, children ages 3-5 at high risk of developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, Prader-Willi syndrome, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and intellectual disabilities. There is no charge or co-payment for services provided through the Agency.
Join APD's TACACHALE and be part of the team that MAKES A DIFFERENCE NOT JUST A LIVING, impacting the lives of developmentally disabled adults!
SALARY RANGE
$34,760.00 - $38,236.00 Annually $1,366.92 - $1,470.62 Biweekly
The hiring salary may exceed the maximum posted salary.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary function of this position is to provide direct support and services to residents in the implementation of their individualized active treatment plans as prescribed by their Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) while maintaining their overall safety and well-being.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- A valid Florida Driver's License.
- If hired with an out-of-state license a valid Florida State driver's license must be obtained within 30 days.
- Corrective Lenses Restricted license are acceptable provided the driver wears the corrective lenses while operating a state vehicle.
- Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency.
- Must be willing to work beyond the normal work schedule to maintain minimum coverage levels and meet the needs of the Agency.
- Must maintain certification in Prevention and Safety Strategies, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Direct Care In-Service.
- Must be able to physically operate all equipment necessary to do job tasks.
- Must be willing and able to provide "hands-on" assistance to residents with activities of daily living to include : personal hygiene and grooming, such as bathing, toileting, and dressing.
- Must be able to lift up to 40lbs with or without accommodations.
- Must be able to work 16 hour shifts as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of :
Knowledge of using appropriate safety techniques in personal hygiene, grooming, and other activities of daily living.Knowledge and ability to understand and apply the methods and practices used in medical, psychiatric, nursing, or childcare or working with developmentally disabled personsAbility to :
Ability to understand procedures and complete reports.Ability to read, teach and implement residents' support plans, formal and informal programs / interventions.Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Ability to work in a home-like setting.Ability to implement prescribed treatment plans including behavior modification activities.Ability to instruct others in recreational activities.