Lead Direct Support Professional- IDD Service Adult Group Homes

Ablelight • Renton, WA

1d • $21

About The Position

At AbleLight, people are the heart of everything we do. Our mission, vision and values reflect a commitment to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As an organization, we are aligned, inspired and driven toward a common goal - believing that together, the best life is possible!
The Lead Direct Support Professional is responsible in assisting the program manager to develop plans and coordinate care for clients in supportive living services. The Lead ensures that client planning is a dynamic process so that clients have access to an array of supports and opportunities including enlisting natural supports and developing "circles of support" for each client. The Lead is a strong team leader, liaison and advocate and reports to the Program Manager.

Requirements

• Current and valid WA state Driver’s License
• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or Combination of Relevant Work Experience
• As applicable, must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record as defined by AbleLight policy. Shall have a fingerprint, criminal clearance record; shall have on record a TB screening clearance. Shall have a valid certificate of training in first aid/CPR. Some positions may require access to vehicle in sound operating condition and proof of current auto insurance. Clear background checks as defined by regulations and policies.
• Additional experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred or as required by regulations.
• At least 6 months direct supervision in the field of working with individuals with developmental disabilities population.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general regulations.
• Ability to write legible and accurate notes relating to an individual’s goals/objectives.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions to the consumer, circle of support, Regional Center and/or general public.
• Able to speak English and any language based on the individual needs.
• Ability to use independent judgment during services and emergencies.
• Possess a cell phone to be used to communicate with management and complete payroll responsibilities (view schedule, submit Time-Off request, punch in/out, and other duties). Ability to lift at least 50 pounds. Ability to do daily standing, bending, and lifting. Must be able to stand for 8 hours at a time.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred or as required by regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager with staff schedules
• Assist when onboarding new client (including covering shifts to allow for onboarding)
• Shadow train new staff
• Assist the Program Manager with the monitoring of Therap
• Assist with maintaining compliance records
• Assist with filing/retention of records
• Assist the RN to schedule physician’s appointments for client
• Assist the RN to request medical documentation from the Doctor
• Preparation (provide supervision to the individual while acquiring skills necessary for successful employment. This includes supporting the individual with personal appearance/hygiene, screening/application/interview process, building a network, preparing a resume, time management, communication, working under direct supervision and safety awareness)
• Communication Skills (provide supervision to the individual while accessing facilitated communication devices which may include Braille, Sign Language, finger spelling, augmentative devices, development of adaptations as per choice, mannerism, etc. Provide training and supervision on how to use a telephone, cell phone, internet, etc.)
• Mobility Training (provide supervision and training to the individual on how to access public transportation, familiarizing themselves with bus routes, DMV materials, obtaining bus passes, etc.)
• Education Training (provide supervision and training on how to enroll in classes, apply for financial aid, school/class selection, maintain attendance, complete assignments, encourage, etc. Training may include parent skills, family life education and sexual education)
• Money Management (provide supervision and training how to budget, make change, purchase, count, comparisons)
• Self Help Skills (provide supervision and train individuals in basic hygiene tasks and at times tend to individual with bathing and assist the individuals with proper dressing for weather and environment)
• Environmental Awareness and Public Adaptation (provide supervision and training on how to safely and confidently access public professionals, develop natural supports in all settings)
• Personal and Public Safety Skills (provide supervision and training in recognizing stranger danger safety skills, recognition of safe vs. unsafe environments, street safety skills)
• Emergency Preparedness (provide supervision and training on how to remain safe in the event of an emergency such as fire, earthquake, and any other emergency. Promote awareness of the use and purpose of 911 and emergency services)
• Community Resources Awareness (provide supervision and support in most advantageous access of all possible public/community resources)
• Health and Fitness (provide supervision, training and support with diet programs, exercise, medical conditions, making healthy food choices, etc.) Health Assistance and Medication (provide supervision and support for individual during medical appointments by communicating updates or concerns regarding health and/or medication. Also, provide supervision, training, and support to individual with following proper storage, documentation, and procedures for medication. SLS Lead Instructors will NOT administer medication at any point.
• Health and Nutrition Skills (provide supervision and training to individual with following recommendation diet and nutrition needs. At times, SLS Instructors will help individual with feeding by providing hand over hand supervision.)
• Home Maintenance (provide supervision and training to individual on maintaining a safe and clean-living environment. Also, able to provide support on completing necessary laundry tasks.)
• Self-Advocacy Skills (provide supervision and support to the individual with becoming aware of their rights, identifying when their rights are being violated, use of legal rights, self-reliance, self-esteem, empowerment, etc.)
• Living Options (provide supervision and training to individual on making choices on living location, living alone or having roommates, cost of living, etc.)
• Benefit Planning (provide supervision and training of individual while accessing Medi-Cal benefits, applying for SSI, Medi-Cal, assist and train the individual how to make appointments, cancel appointments, attend appointments, Immigration/citizen process, etc.)
• Shopping skills (provide supervision and support with shopping for groceries in the community. SLS Instructors will support individual in making healthy food choices and assist with budgeting and price comparison)

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment and access to Teledoc
• Financial Wellness: 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 3.5% matching contributions, Health Savings Account, Flexible Savings Account, and Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance
• Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition Reimbursements
• We are now also offering Any Day Pay. With Dayforce Wallet, you get access to your pay as soon as you've earned it at no additional cost to you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED