Day Hab Program Activity Assistant

Vinfen•Boston, MA

19d

About The Position

The Day Hab Program Activity Assistant (Instructor) aids in implementing clinical and individual programs, the daily DHSP, activity schedules, and recommended plans. The role provides support to people served in a day habilitation setting and assists with case management responsibilities. The assistant works directly with people served individually and in groups to build skills, support meaningful engagement and choice throughout the day, and promote community integration. The role implements clinical and daily plans, maintains required documentation, contributes to interdisciplinary planning, communicates with families and other stakeholders, and supports crisis management using Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and Safety Care. The position also assists with staff training as needed and helps maintain the program area, including monitoring, cleaning, and storing supplies and equipment. Driving is required, using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle. The hourly pay range is $22.55–$22.55.

Requirements

One year of relevant work experience or training.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Driving is required using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle.
If using a personal vehicle, maintain adequate insurance and a safe driving record, subject to annual checks.
Present a valid driver's license at the time of employment.
Be at least 21 years old, have held a valid U.S. driver's license for at least six months, and pass a driver's screening background check.
Complete CPR training within two weeks of hire.
Complete First Aid training within two weeks of hire.
Complete New Employee Training (NET).
Complete Safety Care training within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques.
Knowledge of applied behavioral analysis with people with developmental disabilities.
Knowledge and use of different communication styles.
Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques.
Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices.
Knowledge of participatory planning techniques.
Knowledge of required physical personal management skills.
Knowledge of required independent living management skills.
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
Persuasive and collaborative skills.
Presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to provide a positive role model.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or a two-person lift.
Ability to operate a computer and office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.
Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction and skill building in self-help, sensorimotor, communication, social development, independent living, behavior development, affective development, and wellness development.
Assist with case management responsibilities as directed.
Provide input for interdisciplinary team reviews.
Assist in developing DHSPs for people served, including incorporating recommendations from professional and paraprofessional specialists.
Maintain contact with family members, funding sources, staff, and Day Hab interdisciplinary team members.
Implement clinical and daily plans for people served and recommend or implement changes to improve programs continuously.
Maintain daily documentation and follow data collection and maintenance policies and guidelines; complete progress notes according to guidelines.
Work individually and in groups with people served to develop their skills.
Ensure members are actively engaged in meaningful activities throughout the day and offer choices wherever possible.
Communicate with management regarding treatment and programs for people served.
Participate in or actively contribute to teams, such as the Case Management Team.
Support members in crisis management using Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and Safety Care.
Assist with staff training as needed.
Maintain the physical upkeep of the program area; monitor supplies and equipment; ensure equipment is used, cleaned, and stored appropriately; notify managers of identified needs and work to resolve them.
Advocate for people served in all areas and follow program and Vinfen policies and procedures.
Promote community integration through community and volunteer opportunities, reverse integration, and the development of friendships.
Perform other related duties as required.