Adult Day Program Direct Care Staff Job Description

JCCs of North America • Tenafly, NJ

83d • $15 - $20

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of the Guttenberg Center for Special Services and the Adult Day Program Manager, Direct Care Staff will comply with all requirements, responsibilities and essential functions as related to the position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum of one year of work experience in the field with developmentally disabled adults, including but not limited to Autism
• Ability to meet the individual needs of the participants in your care
• Ability to supervise the participants safely and be able to recognize potential safety hazards
• Responsible and honest
• Ability to think clearly and use good judgment in ordinary - and especially in emergency - situations
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively with participants and staff
• Should possess the following personality traits: dependable, considerate, flexible, a sense of humor, a hard worker, conscientious, patience
• To be in the pool (indoor or outdoor) with participants
• Successfully complete all required coursework as defined by NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities including First Aid/CPR
• Successful job screenings including fingerprinting, CARI background check, NJ Central Registry check and all others required by the Division of Developmental Disabilities and the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades

Responsibilities

• Assist with and participate in all daily activities of the Day Program, and other activities as assigned and necessary
• Plan and implement focused life skills and social skills lessons for program participants to help them meet their outcomes and goals
• Remain with all participants at all times
• Instruct participants in emergency procedures such as fire drills, lockdown drills, etc.
• Follow any emergency procedures in place
• Monitor safety and all procedures as they pertain to the complete supervision of all participants and staff
• Help provide an atmosphere for developing good morale and well-being among the group
• Report any accidents or incidents to the Day Program Manager and Department Director immediately, and fill out an accident/incident form if necessary
• Attend all staff meetings and training sessions, both on- and off-site

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED