Social Guide- Activities Assistant- Flex
About The Position
The Social Guide/Activities Assistant-Flex is responsible for fulfilling LADD’s mission to empower adults with developmental disabilities to live, work, and connect. This role engages directly with developmentally disabled adults and their families based on their prescribed individual needs. The DSP-Social Guide facilitates community-based activities for small groups of adults with developmental disabilities, emphasizing community inclusion. This position will help people receiving services identify and participate in activities that promote increased independence, social skill development, and community inclusion. This position will also work with other community programs: Supported Employment, HLADD, and SOAR.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Current Medication Administration Certification (as applicable).
- Current NMT Physical required.
- Valid driver’s license with fewer than six points, and be insured.
Responsibilities
- Transport group to activities throughout the greater Cincinnati area.
- Promote socialization, happiness, and fulfillment within a community.
- Professionally drive and maintain a van.
- Plan and implement a variety of activities out in the community that reflect the preferences and interests of individuals served.
- Behavior and interpersonal management of individuals served.
- Assist with collaborative decision-making.
- Foster connections, natural supports, and inclusion at a variety of community sites.
- Provide direct care, including assistance with eating and toileting as needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
- Track the progress of the goals of individuals served.
- Positively represent LADD, the Developmental Disabilities community, and be a good role model to individuals served by maintaining a professional attitude and appearance.
- Models The LADD Way (TLW) ensures their performance is aligned with TLW and the policies and practices set for the department.
- Keeps up-to-date on all relevant training and certifications.
- Complete annual assessments as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
