Starting June 5th!!!

Mon-Friday daytime hours

$18//Hour

June 5th through August 9th

FLSA/Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt

Immediate Supervisor: Site Specialist

Position Summary:

The Direct Support Professional in the SOAR program provides support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities that require protective oversight, behavioral support, or assistance with the activities of daily living (ADL) and certain independent activities of daily living (IADL).

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Arrives to work in a timely manner.
• Maintains a safe environment for participants at all times.
• Attains and maintains all required training and certifications.
• Assists individuals with daily living skills as needed (may include eating, using restroom, dressing, etc.)
• Reviews all program files and records as directed.
• Performs activities outlined in program plans regarding goals, as directed.
• Assists individuals with physical and mobility needs as necessary.
• Maintains positive communication with participants (sign language, nonverbal, PECS system, etc.).
• Passes medications without error (as appropriate).
• Reports all incidents to supervisor(s) immediately (injury, behavioral, staffing, etc.).
• Interacts appropriately with family members/advocates/guardians of individuals.
• Represents Community Living, Inc. in the community with professional and appropriate behavior at all times.
• Works cooperatively as a team member.
• Completes and maintains all required trainings.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Management/Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Education, Experience, Skills:

• 17 years of age or older.
• Possess sound oral and written communication skills as well as decision-making skills.
• Must be able to write and document in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• Possess the ability to use Microsoft Office applications including, but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work as a team member.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Driver’s License

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

• May drive large van to and from events, programs, etc. Must assist individuals entering and exiting the van. Lock down wheelchairs on vans.
• Physically assist individuals as needed.
• Lift individuals who cannot bear weight.
• Push and maneuver wheelchairs.
• Moderate Work – Exerts up to 50lbs of force occasionally and 20lbs frequently. Standing, sitting, reaching, typing, and walking are common.

Prerequisites for Employment:

• Criminal Background Check
• Family Care Safety Registry Check
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check, Proof of Insurance

Community Living, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Community Living strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants with regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other legally protected status.

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