Job Summary:
Provide assistance in the training of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Assist in evaluating, planning, and developing individual goal plans and services for individuals supported. Implement and record appropriate data and information regarding individuals progress on goals set and services. Function as a lead and provide training to co-workers, new hires, and/or temporary employees using verbal communication, hands on training, and modeling.Job Essential Elements:
1. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
2. Must be at least 21 years of age.
3. If required to drive PSW vehicle or personal vehicle for company business, must have and maintain valid California driver license and DMV record acceptable to PSW insurance. Must maintain current vehicle insurance with a copy on file when using personal vehicle for PSW business.
4. Must be able to individually lift 50 pounds from floor level to waist height observing appropriate safety practice when lifting, stooping or bending and in the performance of all other job functions.
5. Must work cooperatively with co-workers, individuals, agencies and customers. Must respect their rights, including the right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
6. Must be at designated work site when scheduled unless otherwise excused by supervisor.
7. Must demonstrate punctuality in the performance of all job duties.
8. Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, in English, both verbally and in written form.
9. Must be able to provide constant and direct care and services to the individuals.
10. Ability to respond effectively and have strength and agility to assist with individuals who have mobility, behaviors, and/or physical limitations.
11. Observe all workshop departmental policies and procedures.
12. Must be able to multitask.
13. Must be able to complete all other duties as assigned.
14. Must be able to transport individual.
15. Must be able to provide training and services to the individuals in the areas of meal preparation, shopping, appliances-use and safety, safety and emergency procedures, transportation and mobility, drivers education (for drivers permit), social awareness, money management, housekeeping, hygiene/grooming, communication, relationships, community resources, and other areas of individuals needs.
16. Must be able to obtain and maintain a bank account.
17. Work schedule as assigned; Saturday, Sunday and holidays or irregular shift as required to complete the job specifications.
18. Must be able to work outside in various year-round climates to include inclement weather.Job Duties:
1. Weekly meeting held virtually and an occasional in-person meeting.
2. Provide direct training individually as assigned.
3. Train all individuals assigned on a regular basis, weekly or bi-weekly.
4. Provide training in the areas of the purchase authorization only.
5. Spend only allotted amount of time as stated in the purchase authorization with each individual (no more/no less).
6. If you need to cancel/reschedule appointments with an Individual, call and inform the individual. Email schedule changes to their supervisor.
7. Document all interactions and appointments, and other information in individual's confidential file.
8. Maintain accurate and current confidential files on cases as assigned. All documentation must be completed, maintained, and turned in by set deadlines as required by the program. This would include incident reports, attendance/billing, quarterly/annual individuals reports, APS and CPS reports, etc.
9. Contact referral agencies regarding incidents and conditions of concern (ie: APS, CPS, Referral agencies, etc.). Submit written reports as required.
10. Report significant incidents to Supervisor.
11. Perform all other duties as assigned.Education Required:
High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited national or regional agency.
Expe ience Required:
Two years experience in related fields of Habilitation, social services, or education. Work experience may be substituted for education on a two for one basis.
Special Skills and Knowledge Required:
Must be able to exercise sound judgment, initiative, organization and skills in directing the work of others.
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR/First aid certification within 90 days of employment.