Review Vacancy
AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleDevelopmental Assistant 1 Trainee
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
"Other" Explanation 1p-9p Tue/Wed<br />3pm – 11pm Thu - Sat<br />(Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the house)<br />Night Shift Rounds per rotation will also be required.<br />PASS DAYS: Sunday/Monday
Workday
Minimum Qualifications Provisional Appointment: In the event that there is not a valid eligible list, candidates who meet the
qualifications below may be qualified for a provisional appointment.
Minimum Qualifications: One year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as a Developmental
Aide, Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide 1, Forensic
Program Aide, Licensed Practical Nurse, Mental Health Therapy Aide,
Residential Program Aide, Secure Care Treatment Aide 1, Teaching Assistant,
Training Aide; or in a traineeship in any of the above titles; or in a
corresponding language parenthetic of any of the above titles.
Note: Appointment to Developmental Assistant 1 is contingent upon
completion of a variable length traineeship.
OPWDD is committed to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective
in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large
workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas
and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our
successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that
applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression,
nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and
beliefs.
As a participating agency in the Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus Program (HWB), direct care
employees may be eligible to earn up to $3000 in bonuses for qualifying service if they meet specific
requirements including continuous service during the appropriate vesting periods. For more information on
the program, please contact Amanda Kelly at 518-359-4157.
Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Must become a trainer for CPR/First Aid or SCIP/Promote
? Work closely with DA II and DA III
? Supervise DSA’s; Head of Shift duties
? Some scheduling of regular shifts, medical appointments as well as for unforeseen eventscall-
ins, hospital coverage
? TIMES
? Implement and follow residential habilitation, protective oversight and behavior plans
? Participate, plan, and oversee community inclusion opportunities
? Manage personal funds and ensure compliance with all related agency Policies and
Procedures. (CITRIX database)
? Interact with families; provide guidance/assistance as needed to families regarding their
loved ones
? Oversee fire plans, drills and evacuation procedures
? Have knowledge of and apply agency policies and procedures regarding personnel and
regulatory compliance matters
? Communicate regularly with supervisor, IRA staff and clinicians on issues and daily IRA
operations
? Act as a role model for staff and actively participate in direct service delivery for primarily total
care individuals
? Attend and participate in ISP and other planning meetings
? As indicated, plan and attend house staff meetings
? Maintain a working relationship with Day Habilitation providers
? Prepare for and participate in surveys. Implement subsequent plans of corrective action
? Complete required paperwork timely including incident reports, employee evaluations, and
monthly fire safety rounds.
? Interested applicants refer to the Classification Standards for the title which is available in the
Office of Human Resources Management
? Other Duties as Assigned.
Transfer Qualifications: Any current Developmental Assistant 1
Any permanent employee eligible for a 70.1 transfer.
Promotional Opportunities: Anyone currently reachable on the Civil Service List.
Additional Comments For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored.
? Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by
closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
? All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation
in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.
? OPWDD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
? Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen
(14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable
accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they
should contact the NYS OPWDD Division of Administration Central Office at (518) 473-4785 or Email
at accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
? Position may be eligible for Loan Forgiveness via the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program:
? For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.