Direct Support Professional Independent PCA House Job Grand Junction area,Colorado USA,Healthcare

Position: Direct Support Professional for Independent PCA House

Description

Direct Support Professional for Independent PCA House

One Full-Time Position. 40 hours per week.

Sunday through Sunday, schedule flexible.

Hiring Range: $17.00 - $18.53 / hr., depending upon education and experience.

This position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum age 18.
Six months experience in a related field, i.e., serving individuals with Intellectual and Developmentally Disabled, or the mental health field.
6 Months of experience providing total care to individuals.
Related certifications and trainings (CPR, Safety Care, QMAP, First Aid). All certifications must be certifiable and current.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing person centered services and supports for intellectual and developmentally disabled adults. The primary responsibility will be to provide direct supervision to the clients in activities and assist the clients in building the skills necessary to live as independently as possible in their community.

Ariel Clinical Services Mission

To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for children, families, and adults so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potentials and fully participate in society.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teach clients self-help, social, interpersonal, and daily living skills, according to their treatment plans.

Safely provide transportation per Ariel’s Transportation Policy.

Responsible for supports and assistance with personal care as needed.

Review and become familiar with client specific protocols, services and supports, and individual support plans. Gather supplies, equipment, medications, and materials for engaging in person-centered services and supports in a meaningful way.

Complete required documentation daily.

Manage challenging behaviors through established training.

Communicate effectively and efficiently with other team members, leads, supervisors, manager, and other agency administration as needed.

Actively participate in supervision, training, community, team and service plan meetings, as directed.

Follow all safety procedures and agency policies.

Maintain professional boundaries while establishing a trustworthy and beneficial relationship.

Represent the agency in a positive and professional manner.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Skilled in maintaining a high level of confidentiality in all areas related to working at Ariel.

Ability to demonstrate regular attendance and work outside of traditional office hours and settings including nights, weekends and holidays as necessary to meet the needs of the agency and individuals served.

The ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested.

Possess the skills to organize and implement planned and structured activities for individuals served to enhance skills and promote personal growth.

Ability to teach job related skills.

Ability to provide excellent customer service and meet professional standards of work performed.

Knowledge of rules and regulations related to the program.

The ability to read, speak and write in English.

Ability to effectively communicate verbally, electronically, and in written format in both individual and group settings.

Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly, with a positive and respectful attitude.

Knowledge of basic computer functions and technology.

Knowledge of the type of work Ariel provides.

Skilled in critical thinking and use of sound judgment to arrive at a positive outcome.

Ability to provide reliable, insured transportation for self and others through the community served as needed.

Education and Experience

Minimum age 18.
Six months experience in a related field, i.e., serving individuals with Intellectual and Developmentally Disabled, or the mental health field.
6 Months of experience providing total care to individuals.
Related certifications and trainings (CPR, Safety Care, QMAP, First Aid). All certifications must be certifiable and current.

Certifications/Licenses

Valid Colorado Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
CPR, First Aid – client contact is limited…


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