Training Specialist (CD) - Day Health and Rehabilitation

Hanover County Government•Mechanicsville, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Training Specialist position is part of Hanover County's Career Development Program (CD). The Training Specialist Ladder has four levels ranging from Training Specialist I to Senior Training Specialist. Incumbents normally report to a Training Specialist Supervisor and supervise no staff. This position supports persons with an intellectual/developmental disability in a day program environment. The incumbent performs routine tasks to oversee community integration and/or daily living activities of persons served. Provides direct care, support, training and assistance to participants in the day support program in the areas of personal hygiene, behavior, and community integration. Completes and maintains consumer records according to departmental standards and State licensure requirements. Participates in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans as a member of an interdisciplinary team, and monitors and evaluates consumer progress. Provides training, supports and education in social, recreational, self-help and work related skills in order to increase each individual's independent functioning in various environments. Provides opportunities for peer interactions, community integration, independence skill building and enhancement of social networks. Supports may also be provided to ensure an individual’s health and safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities
Familiarity with programs and services for persons being served.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Must be able to establish effective working relationships with persons served and their families, staff, Board members, and community groups/businesses.
Must be able to exercise sound judgement, work effectively under pressure, and demonstrate integrity and flexibility.
Ability to operate a personal computer and related software and other standard office equipment.
Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License
TB test
CPS (Child Protective Services) Check
Criminal Records Check including fingerprinting
Must be able to successfully pass CPR/First Aide training as well as behavior management as required by regulation, including but not limited to Title 12 of the Virginia Administrative Code.
This training process includes a hands-on, in-person demonstration of first aid and CPR competency, for successful completion. This demonstration requires bending, lifting, and completing activities on the floor.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree preferred in a related field.

Responsibilities

Ensure an individual's rights of privacy, dignity and respect, and freedom from coercion and restraint.
Facilitate individual choice regarding services and supports, and who provides them.
Completes paperwork and files reports as required.
Performs related work as assigned.
Provides direct care, support, training and assistance to participants in the day support program in the areas of personal hygiene, behavior, and community integration.
Completes and maintains consumer records according to departmental standards and State licensure requirements.
Participates in the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans as a member of an interdisciplinary team, and monitors and evaluates consumer progress.
Provides training, supports and education in social, recreational, self-help and work related skills in order to increase each individual's independent functioning in various environments.
Provides opportunities for peer interactions, community integration, independence skill building and enhancement of social networks.
Supports may also be provided to ensure an individual’s health and safety.