Group CLS A

Pioneer Resources•Muskegon, MI

14d

About The Position

Pioneer Resources is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to help people with disabilities and seniors obtain independence and dignity. Community Living Supports (CLS) increase or maintain personal self-sufficiency, facilitating an individual’s achievement of his/her goals of community inclusion and participation, independence or productivity to increase Programs support individual’s goals identified in the IPOS. These supports are provided in their residence or in various community settings (including but not limited to, libraries, camps, volunteer sites, etc.) These supports are.

Requirements

The ability to read and write English, perform basic math, and the ability to comprehend written instructions and record information.
The capacity to work in a team with intermittent supervision.
The ability to work respectfully and courteously with a wide variety of individuals, including individuals with disabilities, senior citizens, children, supervisors, and other drivers.
Complete all required initial and update training including CPR, first aid training, and any other training required for the job.
Basic computer skills.
Pass a drug and alcohol test and DOT physical examination.
Maintain necessary certification, education, and physical condition requirements of the Michigan DOT.
Possess a valid Michigan Chauffeur Driver License and maintain a good driving record with less than six (6) points.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service to families, participants, and funders.
Implement goals identified in the Person-Centered Plans (PCP) and other plans a participant may have by providing assistance, reminders, observation, guidance and/or training.
Provide personal care and assist program staff as needed.
Follow monthly calendars and ensure participants have daily access to the community.
Facilitate activities that promote integration into the community such as volunteering, attending events, and navigating public spaces. Empower participants to advocate for themselves when possible.
Foster a supportive and motivational environment that inspires confidence and self-efficacy in participants.
Provide positive reinforcement and coaching to encourage constructive behavior and growth; teach participants how to navigate interpersonal relationships and social settings.
Monitor participant progress, adjusting plans to address evolving needs and goals.
Develop and implement structured skill-building activities tailored to the needs of participants.
Monitor participants’ health and well-being during activities and alert appropriate personnel of concerns.
Complete thorough documentation in compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements; use de-escalation techniques and report incidents according to policy.
Provide a culture of gentleness, dignity, respect, and a safe environment to all participants receiving Community Living Support.
Assure all participants are aware of their rights.
Ensure to write in program participant communication books to ensure that families and caregivers are getting feedback.
Attend all scheduled staff meetings and other meetings/In-services requested by the Community Integration Supervisor.
Assist participants in and out of vehicles, using the wheelchair lift, if required and securing belts and restraints, and driving the vehicle.
Provide transportation from participant homes to the program and vice versa as requested.
Provide safe transportation from the program site to community activities, among community activities, and from the community activities back to the program site.
Responsible for reporting vehicle maintenance needs to the Community Integration Supervisor.
Ensure proper care and sanitization for all assigned vehicles and/or workspaces is maintained.
Perform additional duties/tasks as assigned by the Community Integration Supervisor, Program Services Manager, and/or Chief Clinical Officer as needed.