What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Professional position at Ability Advocates?
Ability Advocates provides services to adults with disabilities, connecting them with the community through fun daily activities and supporting them with in home care to increase their independence.
Responsibilities include: providing transportation, direct supervision, behavior intervention, writing daily notes, providing person specific and trauma informed care, attending meetings & trainings
Must be comfortable with direct care services which can include assisting with toileting, feeding, changing, mobility assistance, and assistance with ADLs, and IADLs
Background check, clean DMV record, CPR/First Aid, reliable transportation & car insurance required.
1 Year working in Special Education or with the Developmental Disabilities population preferred. Ongoing training and support provided.
Ability Advocates is a safe and inclusive environment for all, and is a LGBTQ friendly, and Transgender safe place. Staff are required to complete sensitivity training and maintain an inclusive and safe space for all.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $24