Clinical Assistant

@ 10 Center for Disability Svcs Inc
10 Center for Disability Svcs Inc10centerfordisabilitysvcsinc.com

Clinical Assistant

Posted 4 weeks ago

About the job

The Center for Disability Services aims to support individuals with developmental disabilities. We seek Clinical Assistants to assist with daily care, promote independence, and be part of an inclusive, supportive team. Openings across the Capital Region.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • At least 1 year DD experience
  • Must be 18+ years old
  • Able to lift 50 pounds
  • Valid NYS driver’s license

Qualifications

  • OPWDD Medication Certification
  • First Aid/CPR Certification
  • SCIP-R Certification
  • Additional program training

Full 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 - $19.80

Benefits:

 

  • 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)
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