Direct Support Professional, Day Services

Momentum WORK•Santa Barbara, CA

14d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Program Director of Day Services, this position is responsible for assisting adults with developmental disabilities in promoting their independence in social and employment settings.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least one (1) year of experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings preferred
Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to complete tasks with numerous interruptions
Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities
Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations
May need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan
Must have reliable phone
Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)
Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time
Ability to go up and down stairs
Ability to walk for long periods of time
Ability to push or pull wheelchairs when necessary
Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written materials
The employee is frequently required to climb, stoop, twist, or bend and lift up to fifty (50) pounds, using proper body mechanics to minimize injuries to self and people served
Full awareness of environmental stimuli
Ability to implement Crisis Management, Safety & ProAct techniques (training included)

Responsibilities

Provides on-the-job training to program participants in groups and/or individually
Responsible for providing skill or developmental training in various activities as designated; assists with personal care (including toileting/changing)/hygiene
Maintains accurate and current records such as daily participant documentation
Contributes to positive relations between community members, program participants, vendors, and other Agency staff
Trains program participants in accessing public transportation and assists them with community integration
Monitors, tracks, and assists program participants in goal achievement
Organizes social and vocational groups in promoting independence
Complies with all Momentum Inc. program policies, CARF accreditation standards, TCRC, CAL/OSHA policies and procedures
Must be able to work at other Momentum WORK, Inc. locations, when needed
Must be able to transport participants, unless waived by the Executive Director
Other related duties and responsibilities on an as needed basis