Direct Support Professional I/II, Supported Living

Momentum WORK•Santa Barbara, CA

20h

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Program Director and Manager, this position is responsible for the implementation of Individual Service Plans that will lead to or continue to promote independence and personal skills and assist in providing a safe and secure home environment for persons served in our Supported and Independent Living program.

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 & Pro Act techniques (training included)

Responsibilities

Provide individualized coaching in daily living skills
Provide education and support in the use of community resources
Maintain accurate and current records in ID notes and communication logs regarding information relevant to Individual Service Plans
Support and assist persons served in following their daily activity schedule including household meal preparation, maintaining sanitary and orderly conditions in their home, other household tasks, budgeting, ledgers, and transportation as necessary
Prompt and assist persons served in medication management
Teach adaptive living skills and monitor the extent to which they are followed
Participate in in-service training and staff meetings to facilitate professional development
Assist participants in all aspects of personal care, including medical/dental appointments
Communicate concerns related to program participant needs to supervisor in a timely manner
Assists individuals in attending social activities to further social skills
Train program participants to access public transportation and assist persons served in accessing benefits such as Social Security, SSI, IHSS and Section 8 housing
Assist persons served in weight bearing and non-weight bearing transfers
Use crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations when persons served are in danger of injuring themselves or others
Complies with all Momentum WORK, Inc. and OSHA policies, procedures, and regulations
Must be able to transport participants, unless waived by the Executive Director
Other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects on an as needed basis