Direct Support Professional - Community Adult Program

Catalight•Dublin, CA

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional works with adult learners with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Kaleidoscope Community Adult Program. Under the direction of the Care Coordinator, Assistant Program Manager, and Program Manager, the role supports participants in developing skills, achieving individualized goals, and leading fulfilling lives. The position works with participants and their families to establish personal goals and monitor action plans, while providing encouragement, resources, and support in a caring environment. Training is provided.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old; must be at least 21 to operate company vehicles.
Effective communication and the ability to interact respectfully and sensitively with clients, families, and staff.
Commitment to Easterseals Northern California values, including resilience and inclusion.
Ability to work with up to three clients during a session.
Passion for teaching and training; patience and a positive attitude.
Ability to establish comfortable, supportive relationships with people receiving services.
Good judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Valid California driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and a clean driving record.
Must obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice and applicable Office of Inspector General clearance.
Must pass required health screenings, obtain vaccinations, and clear TB testing under company policies.
Must obtain and maintain CPR and QBS SafetyCare certificates and a National Provider Identifier (NPI).
Ability to walk and supervise participants frequently; speak and listen continuously; and frequently use arms and fingers, bend, reach, squat, kneel, and twist.
Ability to occasionally assist with lifting or transferring participants weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sit and maintain close visual attention for reports and computer use, and to drive when needed.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and stand for up to 6–8 hours a day.
Ability to physically implement behavior management strategies, including responding to physically aggressive behavior.
Visual and auditory ability to work continuously with clients, staff, and others.
Ability to use a computer and iPhone; frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively in the workplace and read and write in its primary language.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working in a team environment coaching and/or teaching adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
American Sign Language or bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Supervise and train participants in tasks, routines, and personal life activities using a systematic process that helps them set goals, take action, and maximize their strengths.
Reinforce essential life skills and teach new skills.
Coach participants to stay on task and cultivate support networks among participants, coaching team members, families, and community members.
Supervise, monitor, and assist participants to maintain a healthy and safe environment and participate in program activities on site and in the community.
Support participants with basic living skills, including toileting, hygiene, food preparation, feeding, dressing, chores, and other activities of daily living.
Assist with planning, organizing, developing, and implementing activities for large and small participant groups.
Implement IPP goals and behavioral intervention plans as directed by Program Managers and Care Coordinators.
Document unusual or special incidents through Special Incident Reports and coordinate with the Program Manager regarding suspected abuse reporting.
Provide parents with updates on participants’ progress and needs.
Work with Easterseals Northern California staff and community resources to improve program quality and services.
Procure and prepare daily snacks and clean work and activity areas.
Transport participants; operating company vehicles requires being at least 21 years old.
Conduct weekly inventory of program supplies and notify the Program Manager of inventory needs.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including HIPAA requirements.
Attend assigned training.