The position involves assisting individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities while upholding their personal rights. The role requires patience and tolerance, providing emotional support, and building positive relationships. Responsibilities include supporting individuals to meet personal goals that enhance their quality of life, engaging in respectful communications, encouraging social interactions, and facilitating community connections. The employee will supervise, protect, and care for individuals, ensuring adherence to program guidelines and facilitating learning in fire safety. The role also involves managing crisis situations and ensuring health, wellness, and safety through appropriate supervision. The employee will provide support in various settings according to individualized service and behavior support plans, demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies. The position requires maintaining a clean and safe therapeutic environment, implementing infection control protocols, and assisting with personal care and daily living activities. Additional responsibilities include administering medication, teaching skills, supporting advocacy, and facilitating ethical decision-making. The employee will also transport individuals to various activities and appointments, safeguard personal funds, and develop specialized clinical knowledge for individual needs. The role requires data collection and reporting on individuals' behaviors, participation in team meetings, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The employee will utilize approved training techniques to respond to challenging behaviors and may provide coverage for other staff as needed.