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The Center for Disability Services
Clincal Assistant
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$45,523 / year median in New York
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Where people get better at life! Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future. We are searching for Clinical Assistants to join our agency. Openings are available at multiple locations throughout the Capital Region ! Rate of pay is commensurate on experience, Residential Program acuity, shift differentials and completion of additional trainings.
Responsibilities:
Assisting, providing and promoting independence in the daily treatment, care and services of the people we support. Serve as members of the individuals' planning, implementation and interdisciplinary teams. Assisting in the implementation of individualized residential habilitation services Respect the individuals' personal choice, lifestyles and their dignity to take informed risks.Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required, Associates Degree preferred At least 1 year of work experience with Developmental Disabilities required Must be at least 18 years old to apply for this position Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds Must have a valid NYS driver's license in good standing OPWDD Medication Administration Certification, First Aid/CPR Certification and SCIP-R Certification must be completed within the first three months of employment (in addition to other program specific training required during first six months of employment) At The Center for Disability Services, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.Compensation Range:
$18.69 - $19.80Benefits:
Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Early Access to Pay with RAIN Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings