What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Day Training Specialist position at Comprehend Inc.?
Job Description: Assist individuals with self-care, daily living skills, communication, behavior support, community living and social skills.
Role and Responsibilities
- Evaluates current skills and accesses training needs through observation and the use of objective tools.
- Implements training for participants to be able to participate successfully in community projects, associations, clubs, groups, volunteering in the community, and supported or competitive employment work experience.
- Provides support to individuals in the areas of self-care, daily living skills, communication, behavior support, community living, and social skills.
- Works collaboratively and cooperatively with the ADT Coordinator to plan and implement daily activities and ADT schedule.
- Completes required ADT paperwork such as service registers, attendance sheets, behavior management reports, incident reports or evaluations, etc.
- Maintains communication with ADT Coordinator and Chief Clinical Officer-IDD to ensure services to participants are delivered effectively in the ADT program.
- Must have flexible schedule. Willing to cover shifts for other staff call-ins or days off.
- Ability to participate with scheduled outings or activities with participants.
- Other duties deemed necessary or assigned.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment and random background checks and drug screen.
- High school graduate or GED.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Capability of lifting and positioning participants when needed.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Special Requirements
- Must have valid driver’s license with satisfactory vehicle motor record and dependable transportation.
- Transportation of participants on occasion.