Self Direct Support Pro (1430) Livingston/Wyoming Counties - Arc of Livingston-Wyoming : Job Details

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Summary:

For this position, the selected candidate will be working with and for the person supported who is self-directing. The Arc of Livingston Wyoming will serve as the Fiscal Intermediary and will act as the employer of record. In this role, you will support a person with an intellectual and/or other developmental disability. The person helps create a plan that outlines the type of support you will be expected to provide.

Essential Functions:

For Community Habilitation:

* Work 1:1 with the person to achieve the goals that are outlined in their individualized plan(s), which may include things such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, socialization, recreation, etc.

* Support the person in community engagement with a focus on building meaningful relationships and building social capital

For Respite:

* Provide care and supervision to the person primarily in their home setting.

Non-essential Functions:

* Must attend all required trainings

* Must adhere to agency policy and procedures

Reporting Responsibilities:

Reports to: The person supported (and their representative) provide supervision and oversight, while the Fiscal Intermediary serves as the employer of record.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None exercised

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Must be motivated and willing to accept direction from the person supported (and their representative

* Must be able to read and understand a plan of serice and be able to support a person in the areas identified.

* As required, must be able to document supports provided to the person supported.

Requirements:

* Ability to lift/transfer 25 pounds.

* Must have stamina needed to provide functions outlined in the person's plan.

* Must be able to walk up and down stairs.

Working Conditions:

* Would consist of working within the home of the person supported, as well as within the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

* A valid NYS Driver's License (unless other arrangement is discussed and agreed upon in advance of hiring)

* Reliable transportation with current inspection (whenever transporting person supported)

* Must have adequate smart device (smart phone, tablet, laptop, etc) with internet access to document attendance and services

* Must be able to read, write and speak English

* Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.