At In Flight, Inc. we empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities,

to reach for hopes and dreams and support a meaningful quality of life.

Welcome! In Flight Inc., is a nonprofit that provides support services within a home environment and the community for adults with IDD. Please take a look at our website to get to know us. www.inflightinc.org

By empowering adults with I/DD, In Flight will empower you by offering multiple avenues of growth in your career and future. We can provide opportunities to benefit your daily life, with generous time off, and low cost benefits for you and your family. In Flight values previous experience, education, certifications, and licenses. We will encourage you to fully develop your skills to benefit your own life while you are benefiting others.

In Flight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits are offered to positions of 30 hours or more.

• 3 weeks PTO in the first year along with 56 hours of sick time
• 403(b) Retirement company match 2% after one year
• Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance for single or family plans
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Supplemental benefits- Accident, Disability, Hospital, Cancer, and Universal Life
• Tuition reimbursement within 90 days
• Tickets at Work – discounts on shows, travel, and sporting events
• EAP
• Career opportunities
• On line learning system through ADP
• NY 529 College Savings Program

PAY INCENTIVES:

• CNA Certification
• HHA Certification
• Clean driving record
• Med Certification
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Experience in the Human Services field

Monday- Friday 40 hour position. Position is in Valatie.

Med Transporter/ DSP Position:

As the Medical Transporter you will be responsible for scheduling the medical/dental appointments for the people we support in a timely fashion and provide transportation to the appropriate health care providers. As well as the responsibility for documentation and excellent communication between the Nursing and Residential departments regarding schedules and appointment information.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be instrumental in providing daily support for adults with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities. You will be an essential part in assisting in achieving goals, promoting independence, encouraging socialization, and providing opportunities for community integration.

Expectations :

• Schedules all medical and dental appointments prior to their due date
• Transports clients to all medical, dental & clinical appointments.
• Ensures the medical consult accompanies Individuals on all appointments.
• Ensures new prescriptions are verified with the primary nurse.
• Works with Nursing department regarding all appointments, schedules, appointment information and medications
• Fills in as DSP when needed or when there are no appointments scheduled
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the people within the program.
• Aide in the Individuals completion of daily and long term goals.
• Plan activities within the community.
• Actively engage in daily activities within the residence with the individuals.
• Ensure that the residence is maintained with a high level of cleanliness and respect for the people that reside there.
• Assist with personal care and health-related needs.
• Follow and implement agency practices in accordance with each Individuals Individual Plan of Protective Oversight.
• Follow all NYS and OPWDD regulations in regard to working with IDD populations.

Experience:

• Working with IDD/ Mental health population preferred
• CNA or HHA preferred not required
• Experience with medical appointments
• Documentation
• Therap
• Scheduling

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Organizational
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Problem Solving

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Pass all NYS and OPWDD background clearances
• Must have clean NYS driver’s license that meets Insurance Agency requirements
• Attend a week and a half orientation in Red Hook
• Must be med certified or become certified (to keep position)

Did you know that NY State has announced the opening of the $1.2 billion dollar Health Care and Mental Hygiene Worker Bonus Program aimed at rewarding and retaining frontline healthcare and mental hygiene workers. If you join In Flight today and are still employed through March 31, 2023, and up to April 1st, 2024, you will be eligible for a potential $3000 in bonus pay. Stay with In Flight and build a career. We offer the following to all full time employees (30hours or more).

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Take a chance, we are all the above and so much more! Apply today and let us empower you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $18.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Are you a flexible person who is able to transition from task to task easily?
• Are you able to travel to Red Hook for an interview and orientation?
• This position is located in Valatie. Are you able to travel?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Medical scheduling: 1 year (Required)
• Medical terminology: 1 year (Required)
• DSP: 1 year (Required)
• documentation: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• NYS Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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