Direct Support Staff

Lexington Center for Recovery, the Hudson Valley’s largest provider of outpatient and residential substance use disorder services, is seeking Direct Support Staff (DSP) to provide oversight and support to residents living in a group home setting for individuals with alcohol and/or substance use issues.

The Direct Support Staff is responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful environment while assisting residents in developing and maintaining daily living, socialization, recreational, and community skills. The DSP works collaboratively with nursing and clinical staff to support resident care and is expected to uphold and comply with OASAS Canon of Ethical Principles, confidentiality requirements, and applicable regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all residents residing in the house.
• Model and support residents in developing and maintaining daily living skills, leisure skills, socialization skills, adaptive behavior skills, and workplace readiness skills to increase independence.
• Model appropriate behaviors necessary for successful adjustment and reintegration into the community.
• Work an 8-hour straight shift. Staff are not permitted to leave during their scheduled shift.
• Maintain mandatory 24/7 coverage of the residence.
• Complete a minimum of three rounds per shift.
• Monitor residents and promptly report changes in behavior, health, or overall condition to the appropriate nursing, clinical, or program staff.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff and assist with resident needs as directed.
• Observe and document resident activity, behavior, and response to treatment in accordance with agency requirements.
• Follow the policy on medication self-administration with supervision.
• Sign off on incoming and outgoing medications as required.
• Answer phones and take messages.
• Complete the communication log during each shift to inform the incoming shift of relevant events and resident needs.
• Monitor cameras and remain on the floor during the shift.
• If scheduled relief does not arrive, DSPs may be required to remain on shift until coverage is available.
• Maintain clearance to drive agency vehicles.
• Provide transportation to recreational activities and transport residents in an agency vehicle in the event of an emergency.
• Use Trauma-Informed Care and Person-Centered language to create a safe and supportive environment for all residents.
• Teach and monitor residents' daily living skills, including household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes, as appropriate and in accordance with individual plans.
• Assist residents in participating in recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans.
• Maintain the residence, including interior and exterior areas and residents' personal spaces, in a clean, organized, and tidy condition.
• Encourage residents to participate in home beautification and upkeep, as appropriate and in accordance with their individual plans.
• Complete documentation of all services in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Complete incident reports and submit them to the Site Supervisor/Program Director.
• Run recreational groups within the residence.
• Maintain open communication with colleagues, including the County Director, Program Director, House Manager, agency administrators, and external collaterals, as requested.
• Participate in staff meetings and required staff training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with the substance use disorder population preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare or related setting preferred.
• Medial technician, or equivalent healthcare-related certification is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Must be able to maintain clearance to drive agency vehicles.
• Ability to maintain open communication and work effectively with residents, coworkers, supervisors, nursing staff, clinical staff, and agency administrators.
• Must participate in required staff meetings and training.

Schedule

• 8-hour straight shifts.
• 24/7 coverage of the residence is required.
• Staff are not permitted to leave the residence during their scheduled shift.
• DSPs may be required to remain on shift until relief coverage arrives if the scheduled staff member does not report.

Salary

Commensurate with education, background, and experience.

Location: Harris, NY

Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time/Per Diem

Work Location: In-Person

EEO Statement: Lexington Center for Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person