Day Support Activities Specialist

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Full Time Direct Care Salem, OR, US

8 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.06 To $22.56 Hourly

Join our team and become a part of a supportive community dedicated to individual and community enrichment.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) is a faith-based organization, rooted in the values of Love, Justice, Truth, and Freedom, that has continually served the community for over 85 years. We seek individuals who are motivated, compassionate, and eager to make a difference in their community. Join us today and become a champion in the lives of others!

Pay:$18.06 - $22.56

Schedule:Monday – Friday 8am- 5pm

Type: Full Time / Non-Exempt

General

Position Summary:

The DSA Specialist is responsible for assisting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to access a wide range community-based day services and activities. This role involves working independently with the individuals served in the community assisting them to acquire, retain and improve skills that promote their independence. The DSA Specialist fosters an environment of support, encouragement and respect while helping individuals enhance their quality of life and achieve greater autonomy in their daily activities.

Benefits we provide:

• 4 weeks Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
• Employer contribution to Employee/Spouse/Dependent medical coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts Medical/Dependent Care (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Group Life Insurance Plan
• 6 Paid Holidays/ Holiday Pay
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Jury Duty Paid Leave
• Wellness Activity Discounts
• Annual performance evaluations
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Legal Guidance
  • Work-life Solutions
  • Will Preparation
  • Emotional/financial guidance

Additional Benefits Offered:

• Vision Plan Options
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Discount Gym Memberships with Certain Medical Enrollment
• Employee Referral Program
• On the job training and CPR/First Aid certification

Minimum Qualifications and

Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED and
• CurrentcertificationinCPRand First Aidorabilitytoobtaincertificationwithin
  30daysofemployment and
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license (or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver license within 30 daysofhire) andadrivingrecordthatpermitscoverageundertheagency’scorporateautoliabilitypolicyand personal automobile liability insurance coverage.

Preferred Qualifications and

Experience:

Required to demonstrate Job Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Individual Support Plans ,Emergency Response Procedures ,OARapplicablestandardsandother State requirements, Self Determination Principles and Practices, Person/Resident Rights
• Adult Residential Services Program policies ,procedures,andstatementofpurpose
• Communicate effectively(writtenandoral) andappropriatelywithverbalornon-verbalindividuals.
• FollowRN,physician,dental,andhealthcareprofessional’sdirectionforcare.
• Gatherdataanddocumentsaccuratelyinwrittenandelectronicformat.
• Completeandbecompetentincorecompetencies.
• Beflexibleandworkinafast-paced environment.
• Prioritizeworkload,completetasksandmeetdeadlines.
• Driveafull-sizepassengervanequippedwithawheelchairlift.
• Maintainconfidentialinformationandworkwithallthepeopleweserve.
• Work independently andasateammember.
• Followdirectionsandbeaccurate.
• Respondtochanginghealthcareneeds.
• Maintain a positive, calm and professional demeanor, including while in stressful situations.

Essential Position Functions and Key Work Processes:

• Relatetocustomersinacontinuous,consistent,warm,caring,andage-appropriate manner.
• Assists the individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities receiving Day Support Activities (DSA) services to meet their DSA goals and desired outcomes by assisting with the following:
  • Research, develop, plan, schedule, and provide structured services and skill building activities designed to meet the needs of the individuals’ receiving services in accordance with their DSA measurable goals outlined on their current…