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He/she will report directly to the ID Field Supervisor for supervision.</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Illustrative Tasks </span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Responsibility: Demonstrates integrity as a human service professional.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Responsibility: To provide supervision, support and/or training to consumers in social/leisure skills, independent living, personal care and health maintenance, and community integration.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Responsibility: Foster and maintain positive customer service and satisfaction.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Responsibility: To work as a team member, providing support and assistance to other staff members within the program and agency.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Responsibility: Manage talents and resources in a trustworthy and responsible way.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Responsibility: To provide exemplary services by actively supporting quality improvement initiatives.</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Essential Job Duties</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Attends regularly. Dependable coming to work as scheduled. Work without supervision. Reports absences promptly.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Proactively manage an effective work schedule, making necessary scheduling accommodations to meet unannounced requests and changes.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Attend and participate in required meetings (i.e. all-agency meetings, CSS meetings, program meetings, etc.)</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Successfully complete all in-service training required for the position within timelines and participate in all other training, as assigned.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Follow agency policy including but not limited to confidentiality, dress code, and hygiene.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Complete any other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned and required.</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Knowledge of:</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Definition, causes, and program philosophy of intellectual disability (mental retardation);</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Consumers' human rights;</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Service plan process and delivery;</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Principles of confidentiality;</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">State and Federal licensure requirements</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Respect the rights of the consumers.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Seek out and use individual's preferences and choices in planning, developing, and implementing activities.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Assist in planning and developing activities in each skill area for implementation within the residential and community settings.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Work with the program participant to maintain a safe environment, completing necessary cleaning duties within the consumer's home.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Provide supervision, training and/or support to program participants in each skill area as indicated within Individual Program Plans and in general activities. This may include--</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Self advocacy and self-determine</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Safety at home and in the community.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Maintenance and improvement of health related issues</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Behavioral support</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Leisure, recreation and community skills</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Personal hygiene and self care, including appropriate dress</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Meal planning and preparation</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">General housekeeping</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Money Management</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Provide information in the area of decision-making/informed consent/lifestyle choices.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Provide information, orally and in writing as requested for the individual's service plan development and team information sharing.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Attend scheduled program participant planning meetings as appropriate, and participate in decision making process advocating for services that meet consumer's needs and preferences.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Document and maintain information, including, but not limited to individual progress (POP) information, contact notes, incident reports, documentation of health and medical issues, and money and financial records and reports, etc.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Support prescribed medication / medical regime.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Provide transportation as needed for consumers to and from activities within the community.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Notify day support staff, physician and parent(s)/guardian (as appropriate) of</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">a consumer's illness or accident and assure the provision of required treatment, as requested.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Respect the consumer's right to confidentiality by sharing information only with written consent of the consumer or guardian.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Provide ongoing communication with families, guardians and interdisciplinary team members as directed.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Advocate for consumers with disabilities in the community and workplace by maintaining both oral and written communication.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Accepts supervisory guidance and counsel. Follows through with specific responsibilities as directed.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with coworkers.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Attend training and conferences as deemed appropriate for improvement of job performance.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Provide assistance to other staff members to address issues within programs and the agency.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Is self-directed and willing to seek, act on, and evaluate new ideas and solutions.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Expands knowledge of departmental/agency operations.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Supports efforts of the agency in conducting program evaluations.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Performs work assignments in a thorough, accurate, and orderly manner.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Supports accreditation and regulatory standards.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Is ethical in individual and business practices, following established agency code of ethics and confidentiality.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Works to accomplish desired outcomes while using supplies, equipment, energy and other resources responsibly and conservatively.</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Physical Demands</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">The work requires physical exertion and moving about including bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, kneeling, and reaching or similar activities. Lifting objects required, typically weight does not exceed 40 lbs. (occasional lifting up to 60 lbs.). Occasional lifting or transferring persons may be required. Physically assisting individuals required occasionally.</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Mental/Visual Demands</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Frequent mental and visual attention is required in working with program participants. Work is occasionally repetitive and requires alertness and concentration. Listening and communication may require more intense concentration. Mental demands most significant in dealing with small groups of consumers in living arrangements and negotiation skills among consumers. </span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Working Environment</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Fairly good working conditions exist. However, there may be occasional exposure to disagreeable elements. Employee may occasionally work outside. Services provided primarily within the individual's home.</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">Unavoidable Hazards/Risk</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">The work involves moderate risk requiring special safety precautions (exposure to blood or bodily fluids, aggressive behaviors, etc.) Employees may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gloves, gowns, or shields. The magnitude of bodily injury resulting from work hazards is moderate (may require medical attention).</span><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees or program participants.</span><br><br><span style=\"color: #222222; font-size: medium; font-family: 'Bitstream Vera Serif', 'Times New Roman', serif;\">This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.</span></p>",
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