Day Services 1:1 Team Member Assistant

Job Summary

The Day Services 1:1 Team Member Assistant provides individual support to assigned team members that consists of recreational, educational and social activities in the company facility and in the community. This is a part-time job, Monday-Friday from 9am-1pm

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions

· Develop and implement in house and community-based social, educational, recreational and daily living skills training to individuals with varying abilities as outlined in the Person-Centered Plan. Remain current in and implement new methods of day services training and community-based education of team members.

· Provide 1:1 and small group support to train and assist team members in day services, ensuring the highest quality standards are being met.

· Respond to team member needs, conflicts, challenging behavior, and any other inappropriate behavior following the organization's principles and strategies for team member interaction.

· Assist team members with activities of daily living (ADLs) including toileting and other personal care activities that are essential to caring for oneself. Use equipment and tools such as a hoyer lift and gait belt to safely move consumers from one location to another.

· Access team members’ progress and make recommendations to best support team members.

· Record pertinent information as necessary to include team member case notes and tracking of individual goals and objectives.

· Transport team members safely to and from day services activities using company provided vehicles, as necessary.

· Work cooperatively with all staff to achieve department and Company goals.

· Maintain confidentiality policies of the corporation.

· Participate in the Real-Time Feedback and Goal-Achievement Coaching Program at Diverse Options, Inc.

· Maintain day services areas, corresponding equipment and company vehicles in a clean, orderly and safe manner.

· Serve as a back-up for other site staff, as needed.

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

· Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner so others will understand; excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Proficiently skilled at active listening; Gives full attention to what other people are saying, takes time to understand the points being made, and asks questions without interrupting at inappropriate times.

· Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with challenging behaviors.

· Demonstrated ability to assist individuals with feeding.

· Demonstrated ability to respond to situations in an honest and ethical manner and to maintain a high level of confidentiality when necessary.

· Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.

· Demonstrated ability to use logic and reasoning in decision-making to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

· Knowledge of how to copy and print documents using a multi-functional printer.

· Knowledge of how to transmit information or documents to customers, using computer, mail, or fax.

· Proficiently skilled with basic computer applications including Microsoft Office products.

· Knowledge of good housekeeping practices.

· Demonstrated ability to operate light medical equipment, including a hoyer lift and sit to stand.

Education & Experience Required:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Two (2) years of directly related experience.

Education & Experience Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in: Psychology, Social work or Special Education. Or completion of training course(s) on supporting individuals with special needs.

· One (1) year of experience supporting individuals of varying abilities in a group or nursing home environment.

Additional Requirements:

At the time of hire, must submit to and pass a caregiver background check, as required by The Caregiver Law under Wis. Stat. § 50.065.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to balance, stretch, crouch, bend, stoop, crawl, walk, kneel, twist, climb, stand, and sit.

· Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

· Ability to push and pull up to 200 lbs.

Driving Requirements:

· If individual will be driving his/her own personal vehicle for business purposes, proof of adequate personal auto insurance is required.

· If individual will be driving a Diverse Options, Inc. vehicle, he/she must meet Company driving standards, which include the following:

o Must be at least 21 years old,

o Must have a current valid driver’s license, and

o Must have a good driving record.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Work Location: In person