Per Diem Program Relief

Vinfen • Hyannis, MA

1d • $21 - $21

About The Position

Provide individual and group support to clients in a residential or day program/clubhouse. Teach skills to enhance independence and quality of life. Function in a professional role in order to fulfill programmatic needs/ routines Supervision and other duties may also be invovled.

Requirements

• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
• Knowledge and use of different communication styles
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of required physical personal management skills
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, racial, disability, and gender issues
• Teaching skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to provide role model behaviors
• Prior experience working with people with disabilities is preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• May be called on to drive for Vinfen using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. If driving, must maintain a safe driving record, which is subject to annual checks. If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
• Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
• Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Other trainings may be required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting developing, implementing, and documenting individual treatment support plans.
• Responsible for a variety of daily tasks with clients. This includes rehabilitative interventions, behavioral interventions and monitoring, scheduling appointments, monitoring progress, providing transportation, and other related tasks.
• Provide role model and support to clients. Assist them in becoming fully integrated into their communities.
• Assess clients’ physical and emotional status, and report changes to supervisor.
• Ensure program site safety and maintenance as necessary at all times. Oversee and participate in the daily living and cleaning of the program, inside and outside with clients.
• Comply with all corporate and divisional policies and procedures, including safe work practices, worker’s compensation, universal precautions, and exposure control.
• Complete various paperwork and logs including communication logs, community membership logs, chore schedules, time sheets and application forms.
• Perform crisis intervention, as needed.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED