Employment Type : Full-Time
CDC Resources is NOW HIRING Amazing People to make a difference in the lives of those with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities! SUMMARY Support individuals living in own housing or with family by providing residential habilitation and supports. Assist individuals to maintain adequate functioning/living environment, teaching skills aimed at increasing independence. Provide respite care. Complete timely/accurate documentation. Attend staff meeting and regular training. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Have good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively, compassionately, and cooperatively with a variety of people. Assist individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to acquire, retain, or improve skills in a wide variety of areas that directly affect their ability to reside as independently as possible. Train/assist individuals in developing independent daily living skills: including but not limited to routine housekeeping tasks, administration of medications, attending medical appointments, money management, nutrition, grocery shopping, personal hygiene, proper use of appliances and adaptive/assistive devices, home safety, first aid, and emergency procedures. Assist in the implementation of State approved and Human Rights Committee approved Behavior Plans, which are written for individuals when needed. Provide socialization assistance/training which aids in home living and community participation. Provide transportation as needed to complete above activities as stated in the individual service plan. Work with individual and/or family on goals identified in PCISP (Person Centered Individual Service Plan). Participate in person-centered planning by assessing individual’s progress and helping identify new goals or services. Complete all required written documentation and supporting reports of services provided. Manage a variable work schedule with good attendance and punctuality. Complete ongoing in-service and other educational training. Maintain ethical relationships with individuals by interacting respectfully, fostering independence, and refraining from neglectful, abusive, or exploitative actions. Communicate effectively with staff team, family, and other stakeholders. Look for ways to improve processes and efficiencies. Other responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must pass background checks. Must be willing to work non-traditional hours (as required) to meet individual needs (evenings, weekends, and holidays). Valid Driver’s license, a working vehicle, personal vehicle insurance, and confirmation of agency insurability as an acceptable driver (subject to position). Must maintain reliable transportation. Excellent work and personal references required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Display an interest in and empathy for persons with developmental disabilities. Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification, Core A medication training, Fire Extinguisher Training, and Emergency Procedure Training. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Be in adequate physical health to perform the job tasks required. Some heavy lifting may be required. Must be able to transfer and utilize CDC approved training when physical intervention is required. Must be able to stand, walk, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to deal with bodily fluids/functions. Must be free from communicable disease with a negative TB test or chest x-ray. We are currently hiring full & part-time positions in the Monticello communities. Experience preferred but not required; CDC Resources will provide all training necessary for employment! We are in need of caring and responsible adults with good problem solving skills. If this sounds like you, please apply today! Direct Support Professionals receive PAID TRAINING, ATTENDANCE BONUSES, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Mileage, affordable insurance, free life insurance, shift differentials, tuition reimbursement, hiring and retention bonuses, and more! If you are interested in making a difference in lives of others and getting paid to so: Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $14.00 per hour Benefits: Schedule: Supplemental Pay: COVID-19 considerations: Education: Experience: Shift availability: Work Location: Multiple Locations
PPE provided. Vaccination encouraged but not required