DSP/Driver

United Cerebral Palsy Associations Inc•Stockton, CA

73d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under direct supervision of program management to provide functional skills training and personal care to disabled customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Experience working in day or residential programs serving persons with disabilities (preferred)
Ability to read, write and understand English
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions from supervisor
Knowledge and ability to work with basic mathematical concepts
Working knowledge of personal computers
Valid CDL and clean driving record
Punctual and dependable
Provides excellent internal and external customer service
Must work in an ethical and professional manner
Strong interpersonal skills that include responding well to supervision
Able to work collaboratively
Able to work independently
Demonstrate respect and sensitivity to diversity
General knowledge of developmental and physical disabilities
Knowledge of individual/group instruction techniques
Knowledge of behavioral and medical knowledge associated with given disabilities such as seizure activity
Knowledge of correct lifting, positioning and transferring techniques
Knowledge of behavior modification techniques
Knowledge of documentation procedures
Ability to remain calm in high stress situations
Maintain First Aid/CPR certificates
Able to meet California Community Care Licensing personnel standards
Stand, stretch, twist and reach with hands and arms for prolonged periods of time
Lift 50 lbs or more
Use hands to finger, to handle or to feel
To talk and to hear others
Stand, walk, climb, balance
Drive
Close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust to focus requirements as required in driving, reading, writing, or monitoring floor activity

Nice To Haves

Preference given to persons who have experience working in day or residential programs serving persons with disabilities
Working knowledge of personal computers (Highly desirable)

Responsibilities

Provides group and one-to-one instruction daily
Provide direct personal care (including bathroom duties) as needed
Assist in application of behavioral management techniques as specified in instructional plans
Record data daily regarding customer's progress towards meeting ISP objectives
Maintain classroom equipment
Provide general clean-up for facility
Assist with and meet Community Care Licensing regulations (Title 17 & 22)
Develop and maintain good rapport with customers, staff, and stakeholders
Provide customer transportation before, during and after program
Provide input to supervisor(s) regarding the development of individualized service plan objectives
Participate in customer meetings as needed
Attend required agency meetings and training as requested by Program Manager or designee
Perform other duties as assigned