DIRECT CARE 2

ROAD TO RESPONSIBILITY INC•Hingham, MA

9d•$20 - $20•Onsite

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. This role involves writing monthly progress notes, Individual Support Plans, assessments and objectives for annual reviews, and all other paperwork related to caseload. It also includes attending and participating in all meetings and chart data collection. The position requires assisting with the development of behavior plans or other intervention strategies, and instructing, supervising, and evaluating individuals in all areas of community living as outlined in each support plan, while recording data on all instructional programs. Implementation of all assigned behavior plan interventions, which may include physical restraint, is also a key responsibility. The role requires maintaining a valid Driver’s License and providing transportation as needed, including covering shifts off-site or during hospital stays. Administering medications and assisting individuals with scheduling and attending medical appointments are also part of the duties. Additionally, the role involves assisting and supporting individuals with scheduling and attending social and leisure activities, maintaining the residence and yard in a clean and orderly condition, and assisting with personal care responsibilities such as diet, exercise, meal preparation, bathing, shaving, dressing, and toileting. Direct physical care assistance, including transfers, is also required. Adherence to established lines of communication, professional dress, and representing a positive attitude are essential. The role includes writing reports, such as daily shift reports, and other required documentation. Attending all required meetings, adhering to program routines, and participating in on-the-job training and coaching new co-workers are also expected. The position requires adherence to agency safety standards and performing additional duties as required, which may include snow and ice removal. All services must be developed and provided in accordance with RTR’s philosophies.

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.
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.
Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

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.
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.
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.
Perform additional duties, or substitute for others as required.
Adhere to all RTR policies and procedures.
Develop and provide all services in accordance with RTR’s philosophies including staff and Board beliefs.