Day Hab

Crossroads, Inc•Tipton, IA

64d

About The Position

The Day Habilitation Associate is responsible for the direct care, development, implementation, coordination, provision of program services to adults with disabilities in the Day Habilitation Program. You will need to implement, supervise, and encourage client participation in social, leisure, and recreational activities. Day Habilitation Associate is also responsible to accurately complete and document daily goals.

Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED required.
Ability to meet physical and mental requirements necessary to perform all functions of position.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Communication and relational skills to interact in a professional manner with parents, guardians, staff, and clients.
Technology/Equipment: Ability to operate a variety of office equipment to include but not limited to personal computers, printers, and scanners, Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
Maintain current driver's license and current auto insurance.
Complete 9.5 hours of online training within the first 30 days of hire.
Must be certified in CPR and First Aid or be willing to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
Certification as a Medication Manager or able to obtain training and certification within 6 months of start date.

Nice To Haves

Experience: Preferred past work experience with persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to individuals we serve according to their Individual Service Plans.
Fosters positive relationships between caretakers and individuals served.
Participate in planning, preparation, and implementation of daily activities.
Encourage client participation in community integration opportunities and recreational activities.
Encourages self-help activities.
Assists with personal cares as needed.
Reminds and assists clients with self-administration of medications (with proper training).
Reports changes in client’s condition or family situation to administrators and supervisors.
Ensures client safety and maintaining a safe environment.
Documentation of services provided per regulations.