Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
+ Provide assistance in program activities at the Supervised Living home.
+ Provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to individuals regarding their daily needs.
+ Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge, etc.) and report deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner.
+ Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor in a timely manner.
+ Assist with assessment of individuals' strengths and needs as necessary.
+ Assist with preparation of individuals' meals and provide client training as needed.
+ Communicate with supervisor related to the need to revise, delete, or add training objectives as deemed necessary.
+ Physically assist in maintaining the home in a neat and orderly manner.
+ Monitor and document individual behaviors using specific and descriptive terms accurately (i.e., behavior changes, accidents, seizures, etc.).
+ Encourage individuals to be independent and attend and participate in assigned activities.
+ Provide realistic, positive assurance to individuals regarding benefits of treatment and participation.
+ Assist in physical maintenance of a therapeutic environment by promoting an environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement, hands-on instruction/guidance, etc.
+ Follow proper protocol related to I/A and serious incident reports.
+ Ensure the safety of all individuals living in the home at all times.
+ Adhere to all Millcreek and HCBS MR/DD waiver program policies and procedures.
+ Follows all safety policies and adheres to all workers' compensation program guidelines.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
+ Attention to Detail: Advanced
+ Communication: Advanced
Behaviors
Preferred
+ Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
+ Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Preferred
+ Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Education
Required
+ High School/GED or better
Experience
Required
+ 1 year: At least one year of working experience.
Preferred
+ 1 year: One year of experience working with children/adults with development disabilities is preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Job #NLX274592850