Supported Living Aide- 2nd Shift

St Coletta of Wisconsin Inc•Jefferson, WI

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About The Position

Mission Statement: Inspired by the Franciscan Values of compassion, dignity and respect, we support individuals with diverse and unique abilities to achieve their highest quality of life, personal growth, and spiritual awareness. The Supported Living Aid (SLA) provides personalized assistance to individuals with unique abilities who require help with tasks such as preparing meals, doing light housekeeping, and laundry. Work is performed in various settings depending on the needs of the care recipient and may include locations such as their home and out in the community. Provides overall personal support to persons we serve by teaching skills that foster independence and community integration as directed and guided by the person’s Individual Service Plan (ISP)

Requirements

Demonstrates adherence to St. Coletta’s Code of Conduct, Franciscan and Business Values at all times.
Understanding and adhering to all St. Coletta’s of WI policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Capable of working independently with minimal direction.
Capable of providing consistent, quality care as outlined in client ISPs
Demonstrates basic computer skills
Effective written, verbal, and non-verbal communication on documentation skills
Demonstrated professionalism with all stakeholders
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and/or oral instructions
Demonstrates flexibility in work assignments
Ability to effectively respond to sensitive and urgent issues and ask for assistance as appropriate.
Ability to develop interpersonal relationship with coworkers and clients.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read well and understand written documents and instructions in the English language.
Ability to write well and clearly in English on all reports and correspondence.
Must have excellent ability to professionally communicate effectively with customers, clients, supervisors, and other employees.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to solve problems with a variety of variables in standardized situations and apply common sense solutions that comply with organizational policies.
Ability to understand and follow through on instructions furnished in either oral, written, or diagram form.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office on a Windows based computer system.
Ability to complete and maintain all required training certifications in accordance with all organizational, County, State, and Federal regulations.
This position requires the employee to be able to drive for work purposes and he or she must maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. This position may require the use of the employee’s personal vehicle. Driving of 15 passenger vans and lift buses is required in Programs.
Ability to respond to and de-escalate behavior issues.
Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to make sound decisions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships.
Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge about people with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Advocacy: Assists the people we serve in achieving their personal goals as much as possible; works with them to overcome barriers; helps them participate in activities of their choice; respects all their personal beliefs, choices, and interests.
Health Maintenance and Safety: Assists in maintain a safe environment for all the people we serve and follows all specialized care plans in accordance with the Individual Service Plan (ISP).
Living Skills Development: In accordance with the ISP, provides support by teaching skills that foster independence and community integration. Such skills may include: cooking, money management, household shopping, laundry, personal hygiene. Supports the client in maintaining their home and accessing community activities as well as their spiritual enrichment choices. Records progress of their skill development and achievements.
Behavioral Development: Serves as a role model and mentor, demonstrating desired behaviors and coaching by using approved techniques and strategies; in accordance with the ISP may use approved physical intervention techniques when necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. Must be able to work as part of a team to achieve positive outcomes for the client and programs.
Operational Support: Maintains cleanliness of the program area and/or home by performing housekeeping duties such as cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, maintaining cleanliness of the program vehicle, basic maintenance of the outside house appearance; completes tasks beyond the clients’ abilities, follows all policies & procedures for handling money.
Professional Behavior: Acts in a professional manner; supports the mission and vision of the organization; adheres to all organizational policies and procedures; completes all training programs and requirements; attends required meetings.

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