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JOB TITLE: Per Diem Worker Service Support Professional (SSP)

REPORTS TO:  Family Support Specialist

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: N/A

JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt P/T- (5-40 hrs. as needed)-hired by family or care provider

LOCATION: As assigned. Telecommuter Exempt.

GENERAL SUMMARY: (General Purpose of the Job)

Habilitation/Companion/Transportation; Performs duties as delegated by Family Support Coordinator(s) in the community for persons with intellectual disabilities and/or behavioral health. Work with individuals on their individualized service plan (ISP) outcomes in their home or in the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Primary Responsibilities)

• To participate in the ongoing communication regarding program planning and implementation for individuals.

• Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment during activities in the community.
• Encourage, guide and train individuals in developing daily living skills and independence skills in accordance with their ISP.
• Assist in organizing and participating in leisure/recreation activities.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

• Education requirements as governed by regulations

• 18 years or older

• Valid Vehicle Insurance and Registration(100/300 Liability is required) If being reimbursed for transporting Individuals.
• Computer knowledge; Basic computer skills
• Physical ability to perform all duties associated with this position
• Properly preform lifting and carrying techniques. (Lift 25lbs)

• Valid U.S. Drivers License/ID 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidate will have ability to function in a team environment and ability to function independently. Must be organized and be able to follow directions and follow through with assigned tasks in a timely fashion.
• Candidate will have ability to work well with individuals and have the physical ability to assist any physical needs in the community (i.e. assist w/ wheelchair, assist w/ walkers, assist with incontinence accidents etc.).
• Candidate will have the ability to drive for extended periods of time and be in the community for extended periods of time.
• Candidate will have the ability to independently research community activities appropriate for the individuals they are working with.

• May be required, at times, to use personal vehicle for transport to community activities
• Telecommuter exempt
• Have a device to access and use EVV

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS: (Associated with Position)

Acting out behavior of individual could result in aggression.

Car Accident