Elmy’s Special Services, Inc. believes that every person, regardless of his or her race, ethnicity or disability, should be treated with dignity and respect. Because of this belief, we will ensure that every person be afforded the opportunity to achieve his or her full potential through appropriate and individualized programming. At ESS, our primary goal is to educate, serve, and support children and adults who are diagnosed with developmental or emotional disabilities.

If you share this vision, then Elmy's Special Services is the place for you.

We are looking for…

Assessments, Data Collection & Program Monitoring

• Conduct formal and informal assessments and observations
• Assess individuals to determine individualized habilitation needs
• Develop and supervise the implementation of the Day Habilitation/Residential Plan /Staff Action Plan (SAP) goals
• Monitor the integration of services and make changes in the objectives of the SAP
• Schedule Life Plan meetings
• Develop/Monitor/Assess monthly goals and objectives to teach the valued outcomes outlined in Life Plans
• Write/Design and revise all individual goals and observe goal implementation by Direct Support (DSP) Professionals
• Write and report on monthly progress notes
• Assist in curriculum development, goal and data sheet development
• Perform observations and spot checks to monitor the implementation of goals
• Make changes to goals based on analyzing data
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with required timeframes (e.g. ISP/Life Plan meetings, service tracking sheets, goal sheets, progress notes, etc.)
• Attend ISP/Life Plan meetings (Annual review and 6-month review), monthly staff meetings, and IDT meetings
• Follow up with staff on any errors or discrepancies in data collection

Training & Support

• Retrain staff and revise goals as needed based on observations and clinical recommendations
• Ensure the quality of staff in delivering and providing the necessary supports and supervision to each individual served by providing supervision, coaching, training, etc.
• Participate in the screening of potential individuals

• Complete staff observation and provide feedback
• Maintain contact with the individual’s family, Care Coordinators, Behavioral Intervention Specialists (BIS), parents, treatment centers, and other Elmy's programs to ensure continuity of services
• Maintaining individual & family confidentiality is a must
• Treat all families with dignity and respect; allow for individual differences; provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring

Qualifications & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following human services professional fields (including, but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation, counseling or psychology) required
• 1-2 years’ experience working directly with people with intellectual disability or individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities and co-morbid psychiatric diagnoses is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required
• Having a clean and valid driving record and license is highly preferred
• General knowledge of theories and methods of behavioral analysis, teaching strategies, assessments, and goal development is preferred
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items required
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served
• Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s) is required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• OPWDD: 1 year (Required)
• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations