Supported Living Direct Support Professional III

SALARY: $24.00- $26.00 per hour

JOB TYPE: Full Time

LOCATION: Ventura/ Ojai

Up to $750 Sign On Bonus

JOB TITLE: DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL III, INDEPENDENT & SUPPORTED LIVING SERVICES

Under the supervision of the Program Manager and Assistant 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 Independent and Supported Living program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinates the service needs of individuals on assigned caseload
• Assists people served in advocating for their personal needs
• Maintains the confidentiality of people served in all aspects of service provision
• Provides teaching/learning opportunities and facilitates the acquisition of skills by using effective teaching/counseling principles and techniques
• Coordinates instruction and support to people served in acquiring and utilizing assistive technology/adaptive equipment and accessing modifications as needed
• Coordinates activities of the Direct Support Staff including assisting people served to hire, train, supervise, schedule, and maintain appropriate Direct Support Staff to meet their personal support needs in all environments
• Monitors medical needs of people served, assist people served to access appropriate medical care, and advocate effectively for appropriate medical care as needed
• Develops and maintains knowledge of relevant community resources and accesses services and resources appropriately to aid people served to participate in community activities
• Acts as liaison between Momentum WORK, Inc., and other agencies on behalf of people supported
• Assists people served in establishing 24-hour emergency response systems and provide training in and ongoing monitoring of each individual’s 24-hour emergency response system
• Participates in Emergency On-Call System
• Assists persons supported in developing their Individual Service/Support Plan (ISP) goals and participating in planning team meetings
• Participates in implementation of service plans based on individual’s identified goals and objectives
• Enters data into the records of people served and prepares annual and semiannual Individual Services Plan (ISP) reports as required
• Prepares and submits all Special Incide
• Maintains current copies of In-Home Support Services (IHSS) Notices of Action
• (NOA’s) in the files for people served
• Maintains current and historical medical records including medication lists, medical protocols/treatments, medical history, etc. for assigned people served
• Maintains current schedules for people served and staff for assigned caseload
• Submits written weekly schedules to program management within the required timeframe and updates schedules as required when changes occur
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with people served, individuals in their Circle of Support, family members, other agency staff including regional center and day program staff, employers, and relevant members of the community
• Maintains a level of personal conduct in working with people served which will promote a friendly, comfortable, safe atmosphere where people served may progress socially, emotionally, and physically
• Respects and always promotes the individual rights of people served including maintaining the dignity and privacy of each person
• Demonstrates a dedication to the empowerment of people served by providing decision-making opportunities in all aspects of daily living

PHYSICAL REQUREMENTS:

• Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written material
• 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)

Note: ADA accommodations available.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with an emphasis in the areas of education, psychology, social services, or related field (work experience may be substituted for education)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff within the organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer proficiency (esp. Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Teams etc.)
• 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
• Two (2) years’ experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings preferred
• Proven ability to work with and motivate staff members
• Ability to earn respect and confidence of Momentum WORK, Inc. staff
• Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information
• Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff within the organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer proficiency (esp. Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Teams etc.)
• 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
• 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.
• Will need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan

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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