Open Interview Days at Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara April 7 in Lockport, April 8 in Wheatfield and April 11 in Niagara Falls
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of Niagara. We are always looking for dedicated, hard working individuals for employment
in our many programs and services. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer: Flexible hours & schedules Competitive salaries & benefits (health
insurance and dental available for full and part-time positions; agency pays a portion of
health insurance costs) Advancement potential Educational leave Professional work atmosphere Locations throughout Niagara County Opportunity for rewarding work Our work force includes more than 500
employees, 235 who are members of the Association for Retarded Citizens
Employees Union, NYSUT Local #4265, AFT (AFL-CIO). 2006 Employees of the Year Jo Ann Mallo, MS, RD, CDN, a
registered dietitian, Manager of the Year, provides nutritional information and counseling
to people with developmental disabilities through her work in the Niagara Clinic.
Her work touches the lives of many people and has enabled them to make positive and
significant changes in their health and life-styles. William “Willie” Felvus, a building
maintenance specialist, Direct Care Professional of the Year, was honored for his
volunteer spirit, dedication to the safety and well being of individuals with
developmental disabilities and his positive attitude. Willie never misses the
opportunity to support and uplift the consumers. Karen Smith, a program instructor at Day Services,
Direct Care Professional of the Year, was nominated by a parent of an individual with
developmental disabilities for her friendship and going “above and beyond” to
lend a helping hand to their family. Karen is an exceptional caregiver and advocate
for the consumers. For more information on the honorees, click here. Current positions available (section is updated on a weekly basis;
last update 04/24/08):
To view/print an employment application click here. For all positions, submit a
completed application, addendum, and resume if available to the address below. To learn more about available job
opportunities, contact the recruiter at (716) 504-2625 ext. 203 or mail application packet
to: Human Resources HUMAN SERVICE AGENCY Homemakers, Students, Senior Citizens, and all others who wish to apply. How would you like to feel the work you are performing is necessary.
If yes, we are looking for direct care individuals to fill Full-time, Part-time
positions with flexible hours to work in small residences assisting the mentally retarded
and developmentally disabled individuals in the Wheatfield, Lockport, Ransomville areas.
If you are interested in working with the elderly/MRDD or have PCA, home health or nurses
aid training it is a plus. Send resume or complete application: Executive Associate Director, Human
Resources-Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara IRA-G, 2393 Niagara Falls Blvd., LPO Box 360
Niagara Falls, New York, 14304, Fax 504-2623 or call 504-2625 ext. 203 return to employee recruitment menu INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTIAL ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM (IRA's) Direct Care Professional Residential 1 (Residential Aide(s)) The Residential Aide provides direct care services to consumers
by implementing established active treatment plans and established program services.
They provide necessary support and monitoring of consumers to ensure their safety
and well-being at all times. The Residential Aide promotes consumer inclusion,
individualization, independence, and productivity. High School diploma or equivalent and one year experience in
Human Services preferred. Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and satisfy
the Agency’s driving policy, which includes a satisfactory driving record. Direct
Care Professional Residential-2 (Overnight Residential Aides) The
Residential Aide provides the direct night/morning care of the group home residents in
accordance with the policies and prescribed program of the IRA’s & Community
Residences. Provides general clean up of house, including parlor, dining room,
kitchen, bathroom, and family room. Receives and relay information regarding daily
occurrences of Group Home to appropriate staff. Read and record in daily log all
important and/or significant events, which took place during the tour of duty. High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years experience in the Human Services field
preferred, preferably with the Developmentally Disabled Adults. One (1) year
experience required. Possession of a valid NYS driver’s license and must meet
the Agency’s driving policy, which includes a satisfactory driver’s record
(MVR). Must complete certification for SCIP-R core/Specialized training. Must
complete and maintain certification in medication administration and participate in other
OMRDD mandated training. Direct
Care Professional Residential-2 (Residential Program Specialist(s)) Responsible to the Site Manager and UTS/QMRP or Program Supervisor
for implementing and supervising the every day maintenance and housekeeping tasks and
administrative and clinical responsibilities of his/her assigned community residence. High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years experience in Human
Services preferred, one (1) year experience required. Must have a valid NYS driver’s
license and satisfy the Agency’s driving policy, which includes a satisfactory
driving record. Direct Care Professional Residential-2 (Overnight Behavioral Assistant) The Overnight Behavioral Assistant functions as an adjunctive member of the
Interdisciplinary Team, participating in and providing input into the formulation of the
individual resident’s program plan. The Overnight Behavioral Assistant provides
direct care to consumers primarily during the night hours in accordance with the policies
and prescribed program of the ICF. High School Diploma/GED to include two (2) years Human Services experience preferred,
one (1) year required. Preferred: Possession of a valid New York State driver’s
license and satisfaction of the Agency’s Driving Policy, which includes s
satisfactory driver’s license record (MVR). May on occasion be required to
drive consumers or Agency vehicle. Will not be required to drive consumers or Agency
vehicles if not in possession of a valid NYS driver’s license or if not having met
the Agency’s Driving Policy. Site
Supervisor The
Site Supervisor is responsible for implementation and supervision of daily residence
operations for assigned residences, including housekeeping, and physical plant
maintenance, staff scheduling and supervision, orientation and training, health-related
care and medication administration, resident and household finances and
development/implementation of resident plan services. Provides direct supervision to
residence staff in terms of task assignments training and paperwork requirements, and all
other aspects of staff/resident interactions. Bachelor’s Degree in an area of Human Services or related field from an accredited
program, and one (1) year of experience in Human Service capacity, preferably with the
MR/DD population or an Associate’s Degree in an area of Human Services or related
field and two (2) experience in a Human Service capacity or a High School Diploma/GED and
seven years of progressive experience in a group home setting serving the MR/DD
population. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and must meet the
Agency’s driving policy, which includes a satisfactory driver’s license record
(MVR). Direct
Care Professional Residential-2 (Behavioral Assistant) The Behavioral Assistant functions as an adjunctive member of the Interdisciplinary
Team, participating in and providing input into the formulation of the individual
resident’s program plan. High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years experience working with
developmentally disabled adults preferred, one (1) year required. Must have a valid
NYS driver’s license and must meet the Agency’s driving guidelines, which
includes a satisfactory driving record. Physical
Therapist The Physical Therapist actively functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary
Treatment Team (ITT) to assess individuals, develop, and implement individual program
plans in the area of Physical Therapy in accordance with appropriate State/Federal
regulations. Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited College/University. One
(1) year experience in working with the developmentally disabled, or has specialized
training preferred. Currently licensed in Physical Therapy by the State of New York. Must
have a valid New York State driver’s license and must meet the Agency’s driving
policy, which includes a satisfactory driver’s record (MVR). Direct
Care Professional – Day 1 (Day Habilitation Assistant) The
Day Habilitation Assistant assists and works in conjunction with professional staff in the
implementation of Individual Service Plans for consumers in the Day Habilitation Program.
Will assist in the planning and development of each consumer’s day
habilitation plan, including identification of functional community based activities and
experiences appropriate to the consumer’s values outcomes as defined in their day
habilitation. High
School diploma or equivalent and one year experience in Human Services preferred.
Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and satisfy the Agency’s driving policy,
which includes a satisfactory driving record.
Direct
Care Professional – Day 2(Floating Vocational Services/Environmental Services
Assistant/NISH The
Floating Vocational Services/Environmental Services Assistant/NISH is responsible for
assessing, training and supervising all environmental services workers for janitorial,
lawn care and snow removal. Responsible for setting up, cleaning up and monitoring
work tasks (including quality) for consumers in Environmental Services operations for both
day and night contracts. High
School Diploma/ GED, to include two (2) years environmental experience preferred, one (1)
year required. Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and must satisfy the
Agency’s driving policy, which includes an acceptable driving motor vehicle record
(MVR).
2393 Niagara Falls Blvd., LPO Box 360
Niagara Falls, NY 14304-0360
Niagara Falls/ Sanborn/ Ransomville/ Lockport
Sanborn
Lockport
Niagara Falls/North Tonawanda
Niagara Falls (area
North Tonawanda /Niagara Falls/ Sanborn
Niagara Falls
Lockport
Lockport
Residential – various locations in Niagara Falls, Sanborn, Lockport, Town of Niagara, North Tonawanda, Ransomville $8.00-$9.50 per hour. Hours for work are available primarily afternoons, evenings, overnight, and weekends. The rate of pay is determined by the type of residence, the amount of residents in the facility, and whether or not the staff has successfully completed coursework in medical certification. This training will be provided to new relief employees, and upon successful completion of the coursework, employees will receive an additional fifty cents per hour.
Day Services Program – Wheatfield area - (weekdays/daytime hours only) $7.75
per hour
Relief Registered Nurse -
various locations in Niagara Falls, Lockport, North Tonawanda, and Sanborn, Ransomville. and Wheatfield.
Relief Licensed Practical Nurse - various locations in Niagara Falls,
Wheatfield, Lockport, North Tonawanda, and Sanborn.
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