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Momentum@Work

Direct Support Professional II Supported Living

Momentum@Work, Ventura, California, us, 93006

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Salary:

$17.50- $20.50 Hourly

Job Type:

Full Time Tue- Sat 8am-4pm

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Up to $750 Sign On Bonus **

Job Title:

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL I, INDEPENDENT & SUPPORTED LIVING SERVICES

Under the supervision of the Program Director and Manager, this position is responsible for the implementation of Individual Service Plans that will lead to or continue to promote independence and personal skills and assist in providing a safe and secure home environment for persons served in our Supported and Independent Living program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide individualized coaching in daily living skills

Provide education and support in the use of community resources

Maintain accurate and current records in ID notes and communication logs regarding information relevant to Individual Service Plans

Support and assist persons served in following their daily activity schedule including household meal preparation, maintaining sanitary and orderly conditions in their home, other household tasks, budgeting, ledgers, and transportation as necessary

Prompt and assist persons served in medication management

Teach adaptive living skills and monitor the extent to which they are followed

Participate in in-service training and staff meetings to facilitate professional development

Assist participants in all aspects of personal care, including medical/dental appointments

Communicate concerns related to program participant needs to supervisor in a timely manner

Assists individuals in attending social activities to further social skills

Train program participants to access public transportation and assist persons served in accessing benefits such as Social Security, SSI, IHSS and Section 8 housing

Assist persons served in weight bearing and non weight bearing transfers

Use crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations when persons served are in danger of injuring themselves or others

Complies with all Momentum WORK, Inc. and OSHA policies, procedures, and regulations

Must be able to transport participants, unless waived by the Executive Director.

Other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects on an as needed basis

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time

Ability to go up and down stairs

Ability to walk for long periods of time

Ability to push or pull wheelchairs when necessary

Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written materials

The 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 served

Full awareness of environmental stimuli

Ability to implement Crisis Management, Safety & Pro Act techniques (training included)

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 preferred

Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to complete tasks with numerous interruptions

Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities

Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations

May need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan

Must have reliable phone

Valid CA Driver’s License: must have an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy

Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)

BENEFITS:

Travel Stipend

Cell Phone Stipend

Paid Time- Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Friends & Family Referral Bonus

Direct Deposit

Anniversary Bonus

On-the-job Training Provided

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