Individual Support Staff - In Home

Now Hiring: Individual Support Staff - In HomeRate: $18-$20/hrSchedule: Morning and Midday shifts Location: Merrimac ValleyWe believe in empowering our individuals to be the best people they can be. We provide the finest staffing and managerial oversight to ensure the safety of our individuals and offer our staff the proper development tools and training to help them succeed.Position Summary:Turning Point, Inc is adding to our team! We are searching for Individual Service Support team members to provide direct support services for high functioning intellectually and developmentally disabled adults living independently in accordance with the individuals service delivery plan.Responsibilities:Provides direct support services in accordance with the individuals service delivery plan and as directed by the ISS Program Manager and the Coordinator of Program ServicesMaintains telephone contact with the individual(s) supported and provides regular scheduled supervision of these individualsCompletes bi-weekly progress notesTransports individuals to appointments, community outings, or other activities per their service delivery planAttends ISP or other meetings as requestedFollows the direction of the Program Manager regarding the implementation of ISP goals/ strategies for each individual, and follows the programs operational policies and procedures as directed by the Program Manager or Coordinator of Program ServicesPerforms other duties as assigned by ISS Program Manager and/or the Coordinator of Program ServicesRequirementsPass a CORI, Driving Record, and Fingerprinting checks prior to beginning of work and continued employment, as required by the position responsibilities and company policiesPossession of a current First Aid and CPR certifications and any other certification, as required.A minimum of (1) one year work experience with developmentally disabled individuals living in independent settings or related work experienceMust be able to read, write, speak and comprehend work assignments in EnglishBasic math, money counting skillsResponsible for arriving on time and adhering to all program policies and procedures and completion of job tasksAbility to engage positively with individuals, their families/guardians, providers, other staff, and managementPhysical RequirementsMust have the physical ability to stand and walk frequently during the day, engage in repeated stooping or bending at the waist, ANDAbility to go up and down stairs several times during the shiftLimited lifting will be required such as carrying groceries or other light objectsMust be able to physically ensure the safety of all individuals when in residence or out in the communityAbility to drive personal care for transportation of individuals to community activities and other engagements, as requiredMust have your own vehicle to transport individuals. Reimbursement for travel is provided.Our MissionTurning Point, Inc. is a non-profit organization that is committed to providing exceptional services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Turning Point, with its team of dedicated employees, strives to teach, empower and encourage the individuals to be self-confident and to make positive contributions to their communities. In doing so, we remain committed to providing a safe and healthy environment on their journey.USD $18.00 - USD $20.00 /Yr.

Created: 2024-11-19