Direct Support Professional (Webb)

Goodwill Industries•Wichita, KS

38d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 60 years, Goodwill Industries of Kansas has been a trusted resource and advocate for people with disabilities and barriers to employment. At Goodwill Industries of Kansas, our mission is to transform lives and communities through the power of education, training and employment. Our vision is to be the leading resource for individuals seeking their fullest potential. We are looking for a Direct Support Professional to play a key role in furthering our vision and mission in our day services department. PURPOSE OF POSITION: To provide clients with an on-site trainer who will observe, instruct and supervise per their needs. This position will ensure accessibility is maintained at all times. To fulfill mission statement.

Requirements

GED or high school diploma required.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Must have a telephone and maintain it in operating order within telephone company's maintenance capabilities.
Must pass/complete background check.
Must be licensed driver and be insurable.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training or manufacturing experience preferred.
Experience working with I/DD persons preferred.

Responsibilities

To work with clients seeking to improve their productivity and their work habits.
Will function as job coach of clients in all contract areas.
Must be flexible in adapting to client preference and choice, business, and industry needs, and client goals and objectives.
Assist with establishing client objectives and communicate changes to the Day Services Manager.
Assists as needed in the smooth transition of clients into competitive employment utilizing life skills/readiness training.
Participate in PCSP process as a team member.
Enters daily case notes, fill in log sheets for each client and track client attendance.
Responsible for tracking client productivity.
Attends meetings and training as assigned by the Day Services Manager.
Functions to assure accessibility in all work areas.
Ensures that reasonable accommodations are provided at all times.
Responsible for the health, welfare, and safety of all clients assigned.
Keeps the area neat and clean.
Tracks client progress. Develop necessary reports and communicate with Day Services Manager.
Adheres to all safety policies and reports violations.
Adheres to all ethical standards and confidentiality of records.
Supports mission statement and activities of other departments.
Supports the accessibility of our services and facilities free of architectural, attitudinal, environmental, financial, communication, transportation, employment and other barriers to person with disabilities barriers to employment.
Must be capable of maintaining Mandt and CPR certification including physical skills.
Driving to organization and public facilities/locations to conduct job responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Plan - available first of month following employment
Paytient Medical Assistance Plan - available first of month following employment
Dental Plan with Ortho Option - available first of month following employment
Vision Care Plan - available first of month following employment
Flexible Spending Accounts - available first of month following employment
Group Life and AD&D - available first of month following employment
401(k) Plan - available first of month following 90-days employment
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave - accrual begins first day of employment
Paid Volunteer Time Off - 8 hours per year
Paid Holidays
Accident and Critical Illness
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Tuition Reimbursement Program
20% Discount at Goodwill Industries of Kansas Stores