What are the responsibilities and job description for the Developmental Specialist position at People, Incorporated?
DEVELOPMENTAL SPECIALIST - FULL TIME
Pay $18.50 / HOUR
($19.00 after one year.)
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm NO WEEKENDS, NO HOLIDAY, NO NIGHTS!!
Location: 900 Riggenbach Road, Fall River
People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!
Our Day Habilitation program is looking for an employee to serves as an interdisciplinary team member responsible for designing, implementing, and supervising services and assumes primary responsibility for each member on an assigned caseload to coordinate the implementation of the program Service Plan and maintain each members record.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Recommend service plan goals, assist in completing annual severity profiles, and service needs assessments, as well as review new potential program individuals. (not applicable for relief employees)
- Complete daily data sheets, including documentation for behavior services.
- Implement service plan goals, including therapeutic goals.
- Inform the supervisor or nursing staff of any unusual behavior and signs of illness or injury.
- Ensure all schedules are followed and individuals are engaged in activities.
- Ensure all protocols are followed, including, but not limited to, toileting, dining, dietary, Pica (persistent ingestion of nonnutritive substances), behavior guidelines, seizure, and safety.
- Complete daily communication logs.
- Complete monthly progress reports of service plan goals. (or as requested for relief staff)
- Maintain all program required trainings.
- Attend interdisciplinary team meetings as needed to participate in curriculum design. (or as requested for relief staff)
- Implement curriculum in accordance with individual service plans.
- Ensure positive behavior supports are implemented for all individuals.
- Maintain an expertise in the day habilitation field through attendance at meetings, in-service training, continuing education, or other appropriate educational programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, division management team member, or division director, including, but not limited to, working weekends and/or holidays.
- Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
- Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.
QUALIFICATION:
- High school diploma or GED is required. Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or a health care setting is preferred.
- Skill in communicating and working both independently and as a team.
- Ability to escort, assist, and/or transport program participants.
- Ability to work with mental health and/or developmentally disabled individuals.
- Ability to effectively participate in the design, implementation, and supervision of services.
- Ability to complete and disseminate all required forms and documents.
- Ability to assist and/or support consumers as needed and in emergencies that require full physical assistance.
- Ability to physically restrain consumers exhibiting unsafe behavior.
- Ability to follow policies, procedures, and directions.
- Ability to work and communicate with others.
- A qualifying criminal background check, driving record, and a valid drivers license are required.
Why join our Team?
Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.
At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 403(b) savings plan
- Wellness Activities and initiatives
- Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Account
- FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center on Site
- Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
- Free Financial Planning/Analysis
Join us! #peoplewithapurpose
People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.
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