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Procedures and Policy Regarding Visits in Group Homes

The Arc Jefferson- St. Lawrence is pleased to once again be able to allow visitation with family members to our residential locations effective at 4:00 p.m. on June 19, 2020. We understand the concerns of families in regards to visitation with their family member being restricted due to State guidelines for close to three months; but limiting exposure to varied people has been successful in preventing the spread of COVID-19 in all of our residential sites.

To ensure the safety and well-being of all, visits must be scheduled in advance to ensure we have adequate protections in place and continue to limit virus exposure to the residents.

The following must be followed when looking to visit a family member who resides in one of our group homes:

Hours of visitation will be between the hours of 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM and the visit must be scheduled with the Residence Manager or designated staff at the residential location. These hours will be in place until we have a better understanding of what day services will look like in the future. Hours will be adjusted accordingly when the status of day services is updated.

If having difficulty reaching the residence, please call the Administrator on Duty at 315-778-4878 for assistance.

Only one family may visit at any time and no more than two visitors from that family group, with all being above the age of 18. Visits by different family members will be spread out to ensure we have the opportunity to sanitize and disinfectant the area prior to the next visit and to abide by social distancing.

To ensure we have adequate time for family members, we must limit visits to one hour unless there are extenuating circumstances, such as visitation from outside the county. The length of time for the visit may be altered based on number of requests or other unforeseen issues.

Depending on staffing or other issues at the location, such as behavioral or medical issues, the visits may have to be cancelled or rescheduled. We will make a concerted effort to enable visits to continue, but the needs of those who reside at the location will take precedence.

All residents will be notified of a visitor prior to coming to the site. Training and support will be provided to limit exposure to the visitors and to maintain social distancing.

Visitors are required to enter the main entrance of the home.

All visitors must undergo symptom and temperature checks by facility staff at the main entrance prior to the start of the visit. Anyone reporting COVID-19 exposure, symptoms during the prior 14 days, or having a temperature over 100 degrees Fahrenheit shall be denied visitation.

Visitors will be required to properly wear a face mask during the visit when social distancing cannot be maintained. Refusal to wear a mask when social distancing cannot be maintained will result in the visitor not being allowed visitation. Visitors must bring their own mask.

Visitors will be asked to use hand sanitizer on arrival and promote hand washing or sanitizer use during the visit.

We encourage visits to take place outside when possible with masks worn when social distancing cannot be maintained. Visitations inside the residence will occur in a designated area in the house such as the bedroom, kitchen, dining or other area to limit exposure to other residents, promote social distancing and assist us in sanitizing the area after visits. We ask that you stay in those designated areas during the visit.

Regulations state that visitation may only occur on at the residence and shall not include sitting in a non-agency vehicle or leaving the site.

Visitation will not occur with any site or individual that has someone in quarantine due to exposure to COVID-19 or isolation as a result of COVID-19. We will notify the family member of such when they call for a visit.

Failure to abide by this guidance could result in restricting future visits.

Capital Campaign

JRC Foundation has announced its first ever capital campaign to assist Arc Jefferson-St. Lawrence with a major transformation of its main services building on Gaffney Drive.

We invite you to be a part of this sweeping upgrade to JRC, which will improve the lives of so many in our community.

Please join us in supporting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by making your contribution today.

YOU can help us make this vital renovation a reality.

For more information CLICK HERE or contact the JRC Foundation at 315-836-1364.

Please visit Facebook @jrcfoundationinc.

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Camp Counselor #03019

Position

Camp Counselor

Department

Dodge Pond

Department URL

/dodge-pond

Job Information

Location: Fine, NY
Part Time/Full Time: Full Time

Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience Required: One year experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
Description: Supervision of children in a summer camp setting.
Closing Date: Until positions are filled.

Community Prevocational Professional #15318

Position

Community Prevocational Professional

Department

Seaway Industries

Department URL

/seaway-industries

Job Information

Location: One position in Potsdam, One position in Ogdensburg, and One position in Canton
Part Time/Full Time: Full Time

Education Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Associates degree preferred.
Experience Required: One year experience working with people with disabilities preferred. Valid NYS Drivers license.
Description: Providing job coaching services and supports for Community Prevocational Volunteer activities.
Closing Date: Until positions are filled.

DSP #3319

Position

DSP

Department

Transitions

Department URL

Transitions

Job Information

Location: Canton
Part Time/Full Time: Full Time

Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required: One year experience working with people with disabilities preferred. Valid NYS Driver's license.
Description: Provide support, training, assistance and personal care to ensure individuals needs are met. Will also implement and document supports and services.
Closing Date: Until positions are filled.

DSP #3219

Position

DSP

Department

Commerce Lane Day Hab

Job Information

Location: Canton
Part Time/Full Time: Full Time

Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience Required: One year experience working with people with disabilities preferred. Valid NYS Driver's license.
Description: Provide support, training, assistance, and personal care to ensure individual's needs are met. Will also implement and document supports and services.
Closing Date: Until positions are filled.

GOAL - (Gallery of Art and Learning)

The G.O.A.L. Gallery (Gallery of Art and Learning) features local arts and crafts including jewelry and paintings made by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Available:

St. Lawrence County

Dodge Pond

The facility provides year-round recreation options. A summer program provides vacations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All services located in an Adirondack-style lodge with a complete dining hall and overnight accommodations.

Available:

St. Lawrence County

Friedlander, David P.

David P. Friedlander

Director of Children's Programs

Tel: 315-836-1226
dpfriedlander@jeffrehabcenter.org

Wilson, Sherry

Sherry Wilson

Director of Program Supports and Services

Tel: (315) 836-1236
shwilson@jeffrehabcenter.org

McGrath, Laurie

Laurie McGrath, RN

Director of Nursing Services

Tel: (315) 836-1212
llmcgrath@jeffrehabcenter.org

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David P. Friedlander

Director of Children's Programs

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Director of Program Supports and Services

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Director of Nursing Services