TITLE: Direct Support Professional, Day ServicesImmediate Supervisor: Program Director-Day ServicesSupervision Exercised: NoneSUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Director of Day Services, this position is responsible for assisting adults with developmental disabilities in promoting their independence in social and employment settings.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides on-the-job training to program participants in groups and/or individually Responsible for providing skill or developmental training in various activities as designated; assists with personal care (including toileting/changing)/hygiene Maintains accurate and current records such as daily participant documentation Contributes to positive relations between community members, program participants, vendors, and other Agency staff Trains program participants in accessing public transportation and assists them with community integration Monitors, tracks, and assists program participants in goal achievement Organizes social and vocational groups in promoting independence Complies with all Momentum Inc. program policies, CARF accreditation standards, TCRC, CAL/OSHA policies and procedures Must be able to work at other Momentum WORK, Inc. locations, when needed Must be able to transport participants, unless waived by the Executive Director Other related duties and responsibilities on an as needed basisPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to stand, sit for long periods of timeAbility to go up and down stairsAbility to walk for long periods of timeAbility to push or pull wheelchairs when necessaryAbility to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written materialsThe employee is frequently required to climb, stoop, twist, or bend and lift up to fifty (50) pounds, using proper body mechanics to minimize injuries to self and people servedFull awareness of environmental stimuliAbility to implement Crisis Management, Safety & ProAct techniques (training included) Note : ADA accommodations available.QUALIFICATIONS :High school diploma or equivalent At least one (1) year of experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings preferredDemonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related informationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to complete tasks with numerous interruptionsCompassion and respect for persons with disabilitiesAbility to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitationsMay need to be available during any disasters, per disaster planMust have reliable phone Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included) BENEFITS:Travel Stipend Cell Phone StipendPaid Time- Off403(b) Retirement PlanFriends & Family Referral BonusDirect DepositAnniversary BonusOn-the-job Training ProvidedUp to $750 Sign-On Bonus
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