DIRECT CARE 2

ROAD TO RESPONSIBILITY INC•New Iberia, LA

8d•$20 - $20

About The Position

Work in conjunction with Residential Manager to provide support, evaluation and treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities living in a residential setting. Responsible for case management duties for assigned caseload. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Write monthly progress notes, Individual Support Plans, assessments and objectives for annual reviews, and all other paperwork related to caseload as requested by Residential Manager Attend and participate in all meetings and chart data collected from programs regarding individual(s). Assist with development of behavior plans or other intervention strategies. Instruct, supervise and evaluate individuals in all areas of community living as outlined in each support plan and record data on all instructional programs. Implement all behavior plan interventions as assigned. These behavioral interventions may include physical restraint. Maintain valid Driver’s License and provide transportation as required by program. Assist individuals in scheduling and attending medical appointments and appropriately document. This may include covering shifts off-site, any hospital stays (i.e., Boston). Administer medications, as required, in accordance with medication administration procedures. Assist and support individuals as needed with scheduling and attending social and leisure activities such as: family gatherings, religious celebrations, community events, and social gatherings. Maintain residence and yard in clean, orderly condition as outlined by Manager. This may include: vacuuming, dusting, cleaning floors, bathrooms, laundry, and keeping lawn clear of trash and debris. Also responsible for keeping steps, walks, paths and ramps clear. Actively assist and support individuals as needed with personal care responsibilities, may include: diet, exercise, meal preparation, bathing, shaving, dressing, toileting etc. Assist and support individuals as needed with physical direct care, may include: physical or mechanical transfer of individuals from wheelchairs to van, chair, or shower etc. Adhere to all established lines of communication, dress in a professional manner and represent a positive and proactive attitude with coworkers, families and referral agencies. Responsible for writing reports, including daily shift reports, and other required documentation utilizing professional and appropriate documentation skills. Attend all required meetings, and adhere to all program routines and the schedules and needs of individuals under supervision. Participate in on-the-job training and provide coaching to new co-workers as directed. Adhere to agency safety standards. Perform additional duties, or substitute for others as required, including other programs. Adhere to all RTR policies and procedures. Develop and provide all services in accordance with RTR’s philosophies including staff and Board beliefs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Driver’s License.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and the internet.
Successful completion and maintenance of all state and agency mandated trainings, including medication administration.
Must be willing to authorize a Criminal History Background Check (CORI) and release of information concerning allegations from Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), Department of Developmental Services (DDS), and other agencies.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Must be fluent in English and have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals under supervision, employees of the organization, families, and members of the community.

Nice To Haves

Education related to a field such as: psychology, social work, special education, or related human service work preferred.

Responsibilities

Write monthly progress notes, Individual Support Plans, assessments and objectives for annual reviews, and all other paperwork related to caseload as requested by Residential Manager
Attend and participate in all meetings and chart data collected from programs regarding individual(s).
Assist with development of behavior plans or other intervention strategies.
Instruct, supervise and evaluate individuals in all areas of community living as outlined in each support plan and record data on all instructional programs.
Implement all behavior plan interventions as assigned. These behavioral interventions may include physical restraint.
Maintain valid Driver’s License and provide transportation as required by program.
Assist individuals in scheduling and attending medical appointments and appropriately document. This may include covering shifts off-site, any hospital stays (i.e., Boston).
Administer medications, as required, in accordance with medication administration procedures.
Assist and support individuals as needed with scheduling and attending social and leisure activities such as: family gatherings, religious celebrations, community events, and social gatherings.
Maintain residence and yard in clean, orderly condition as outlined by Manager. This may include: vacuuming, dusting, cleaning floors, bathrooms, laundry, and keeping lawn clear of trash and debris. Also responsible for keeping steps, walks, paths and ramps clear.
Actively assist and support individuals as needed with personal care responsibilities, may include: diet, exercise, meal preparation, bathing, shaving, dressing, toileting etc.
Assist and support individuals as needed with physical direct care, may include: physical or mechanical transfer of individuals from wheelchairs to van, chair, or shower etc.
Adhere to all established lines of communication, dress in a professional manner and represent a positive and proactive attitude with coworkers, families and referral agencies.
Responsible for writing reports, including daily shift reports, and other required documentation utilizing professional and appropriate documentation skills.
Attend all required meetings, and adhere to all program routines and the schedules and needs of individuals under supervision.
Participate in on-the-job training and provide coaching to new co-workers as directed.
Adhere to agency safety standards.
Perform additional duties, or substitute for others as required, including other programs.
Adhere to all RTR policies and procedures.
Develop and provide all services in accordance with RTR’s philosophies including staff and Board beliefs.