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About The Position

Requirements

• Must be over 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Must pass the TABE test
• Must be able to intervene physically in behavioral and health related crisis with individuals
• Must complete habilitation aide certification

Nice To Haves

• Nurse’s aid experience or some personal care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs duties for the care, treatment and safety of the individuals with developmental disabilities
• Provides required personal care services
• Carries out procedures and techniques geared towards a treatment, development and rehabilitation
• Carries out activity therapy programs by participating with individuals in recreational and social activities
• Carries out any and all lesson plans given by supervisors for the day
• Intervenes on behalf of the individual(s) served and reports to the appropriate agency (OIG, DCFS, IDPH) and/or supervisor
• Maintains reliable, prompt attendance and is present for shift change report, demonstrating flexibility and cooperation with team members as needed to provide adequate facility coverage and follows self-scheduling guidelines
• Monitors the individuals’ whereabouts continuously and records changes/problems, accordingly contacting appropriate supervisors when necessary
• Participates actively in various assignments necessary, providing on-going active treatment for all assigned individuals according to each individuals plan, daily programs and lesson plans
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date and orderly individual records for all individual programs and/or behavior change
• Accurately reports and completes data in a prompt manner
• Accurately reports, records and completes data of specific occurrences such as seizures, toileting, intake, output, menses, weight, injuries and/or medical emergencies and contacts supervising and/or nursing personnel when appropriate or needed in a prompt manner
• Accurately fills out injury report when needed
• Monitors all individuals’ health needs, contacting supervising personnel and nurses in a prompt manner
• Motivates and encourages individuals in order to promote their development and treatment
• Participates in the implementation of established treatment and development programs
• Observes and reports behavior and reactions
• Accurately communicates shift information in communication log and in verbal report to on-coming staff
• Relates any specific problems of behavior, health or building maintenance
• Reads and signs off on any memos each shift
• According to established procedures, documents and reports any specific problems of behavior, health or building maintenance
• Implements Individual Service Plans, assisting individuals with development of daily living skills such as cleanliness, personal hygiene, table manners and social skills
• Reinforces behavior development programs where in effect, maintaining active treatment on a continuous basis per individual plans and assisting individuals in completing the daily lesson plan
• Displays knowledge of purpose of programs, activities on daily lesson plan and active treatment
• Accurately reports, records and completes charting for individual's phone calls, visitors, and mail
• Ensures for individuals safety during emergency situation and demonstrates knowledge of proper disaster procedures, use of fire extinguishers and alarm systems, door alarm system and available emergency exits
• Assists in maintaining physical plant in an exceptionally clean, safe and pleasant condition
• Reports problems and/or concerns according to established procedure
• Appropriately uses cleaning and sanitation supplies in completing spot cleaning in a prompt manner
• Works in cooperation with laundry/housekeeping staff in keeping individuals clothing and household linens in clean, well-fitting and safe condition
• Reports needed mending and repairs in a prompt manner
• Ensures individuals have their own clothing on and in their rooms
• Assists with safe transportation of individuals to and from recreational and/or day program activities (if authorized to drive Milestone vehicles)
• Provides appropriate supervision and assistance to individuals while in the community
• Assists individuals in any way needed, helping them to participate in the outing to the individual’s fullest abilities, while promoting a positive image of the individuals and the agency to the general population
• Actively looks for work throughout the shift in any setting assigned, communicating with team leader and/or supervisor when assignments are completed
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationship with peers and supervisors, promoting good communication and positive problem-solving
• Maintains acceptable standards of confidentiality concerning individuals, peers and the agency
• Uses all mechanical lifts, belts, chairs and other appliances appropriately and cleans them as necessary, including all wheelchairs
• Responsible for knowledge of individual diets following the established menu plan and adhering to prescribed diets
• Maintains cordial and cooperative relationship with individuals served, their families and guardians and other staff members, utilizing and promoting positive problem solving skills and ensuring a positive, pleasant environment
• Participates in team meetings 2 times per month cooperating with team during scheduling to ensure adequate coverage keeping overtime to a minimum
• Complies with all Milestone, Inc. policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as directed or assigned as necessary to provide for appropriate care for the individuals