Supported Housing Specialist - DS Individual Supports

Job Summary:Your position as an Individual Support Specialist supports this mission as you provide the community-based support and training to adults with I/DD and Autism to maintain and/or develop independent living.Essential Functions of Position:Strict adherence to program model including clinical, programmatic, and quality protocols (e.g., staff & supervision meetings, trainings, data collection, community relationships, as required).Exercises strong clinical judgment in observing, supporting, resourcing, and communicating.Teaches and reinforces activities of daily living (e.g., medication management, hygiene, cleaning, personal property management, relationship development, budgeting, transportation skills, and safety).Implements and develops program activities to reinforce and develop skills which may include using the teachable moment.Follows and implements all program safety procedures including personal safety.Maintains programmatic documentation.Delivers supports and services in a culturally sensitive and responsive manner.Provides accurate and timely communication to the Program Director regarding clinical, programmatic, operational, or community changes.Provides specialized training and instruction to individuals and coworkers (e.g., in the role of Medication Officer, Human Rights Officer, Van Officer, Safety Officer, or Activities Coordinator) on an assigned basis.Performs other duties and projects as assigned by supervising personnel.Requirements for the Position:Bachelor’s Preferred, experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.Department of Public Health certification in medication administration is required. Applicants lacking Medication Certification must become certified within 90 days of the date of hire to retain employment.Required to walk up and down stairs, provide emergency physical intervention as needed.Certified in Prevent Training.Current driver's license and maintains a safe driving record.Use of personal cell phone and personal vehicle.

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