Direct Support Staff (Woodshop)

Opportunity Works Connecticu•Vernon, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide support to individuals in all areas of daily need while ensuring their health and safety. Assist them in achieving their career goals and serve as a mentor and positive role model.

Requirements

GED or High School Diploma
Knowledge of woodworking tools and safe operation
Reliable and dependable work habits
Demonstrated experience and success in similar roles
CPR/First Aid, Med Certification, and PMT training preferred
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for at least 3 years
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; problem-solving ability; strong verbal and written skills; caring and nurturing demeanor; honesty; reliability; and punctuality.
Must be able to lift & carry a minimum of 40 pounds

Responsibilities

Provide training, supervision, instruction, and support to individuals in an on-site workshop setting.
Always maintain supervision of your assigned individuals.
If you must leave the floor, notify another staff member and ensure they have accepted responsibility for your individuals until you return.
Attend all required agency trainings and meetings and contribute input toward individual plan development.
Assist in developing and tracking worker goals and completing all daily documentation.
Follow all Mealtime Procedures and ensure individuals are supervised during meals.
Provide ongoing support as outlined in each individual’s IP.
Encourage independence while offering assistance when needed to complete tasks correctly.
Assist staff and individuals during fire drills and all emergency situations.
Help maintain a positive program environment for both staff and participants.
Complete and maintain all daily documentation and weekly worker notes.
At the end of each month, remove all completed data collection sheets and weekly notes from each assigned individual's book.
Ensure all entries are completed and submit them to the Documents Coordinator.
Complete any additional required documents by the end of the day (e.g., 255 forms, seizure protocols, behavior data, ABC charts, minor incident reports, etc.).
At the beginning of each month, insert new data collection sheets and weekly notes into each assigned individual’s book.
Submit completed timesheets and mileage forms to your manager by Friday afternoon.
Record all required information in Travel Books when using company vehicles.
Notify your immediate supervisor at least 60 days before any required training is set to expire.
Report to work on time and remain in the common area until individuals begin their shift.
Stay with your assigned individuals at the end of the day until they have exited the building.
Be a team player.
Learn and comply with all agency policies and procedures.
Learn and comply with all agency safety and emergency procedures.
Participate in OWC fundraising events.
Perform other duties as assigned or as they arise.