Community Integration Specialist

ServiceSource, Inc.•Fairfax, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ServiceSource is hiring compassionate and skilled Direct Support Professionals for their Adult Day Support Programs for adults with developmental disabilities. ServiceSource has been providing services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern Virginia for over 50 years and is an employer of choice. The role is responsible for creating, leading, and supporting assigned participants in their daily programming in areas such as academic, social, life and leisure skills, and recreational activities. The specialist will assist in the development and implementation of Personal Centered Individual Service Plans (ISP), ensuring compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

A High School diploma (or GED) required.
One (1) year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or the related field.
Employees who drive participants in the community must possess a current and valid driver’s license and be eligible and covered under Service Source’s driver’s insurance.
Must pass the On-line Driving training, if eligible to drive.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening as required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and other basic computer programs.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma (or GED) plus a combination of college level courses in the human services field and experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
A bachelor’s degree in the human services field and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide active engagement and support for all individuals assigned, including community integration/inclusion, training, leisure, communication, mobility, behavior, personal care (feeding, etc.), bus loading/unloading, medication, safety and risk management.
Provide input and implements Person Centered Plans (PCP) outcomes, support activities, and protocols to ensure a safe and healthy environment, proper documentation, and progress tracking.
Maintain accurate information and documentation for the PCP, quarterly reports, and daily notes.
Ensure a safe, clean, and orderly environment, immediately reporting any unsafe conditions or medical concerns to the Program Manager.
Follow established written protocols and plans, and report any allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation according to ServiceSource policy/procedures.
Complete incident reports as required.
Ensure and maintain accurate records and documentation per the PCP, regulatory, and company standards, informing the Program Manager of any missing or inaccurate information immediately.
Communicate with family members, guardians, authorized representatives, residential providers, and Support Coordinators regarding participant's illness, incidents, and progress at the direction of the Program Manager.
Keep team members apprised of any concerns as needed.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested.
Maintain participant records, daily notes, quarterly reports, etc. per Medicaid, Licensure and CARF standards.
Adhere to health and safety regulations.
Participate and/or provide input for the PCP process (plan, quarterlies, daily notes) and work in conjunction with the team in the implementation, monitoring, and review of the individual’s written plan.
Utilize appropriate behavior intervention techniques, proper lifting, feeding, and transferring techniques as written.
Complete and pass the Orientation to Development Disabilities (ODD) test and competencies.
Participate in department, participant, and staff committee meetings.
Participate in trainings as required by funding sources and the corporation.