Direct Support Professional, Day Services - Momentum WORK : Job Details

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 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 & 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 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
• Up to $750 Sign-On Bonus