Active Treatment Specialist

Orange-Grove-Center-Inc; Glenwood (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange-Grove-Center-Inc seeks a Day Program Supervisor to oversee training and evaluation of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in a day program setting. The role involves coordinating with families, service providers, advocates, and state/federal agencies, and reporting in meetings.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing program plans, mentoring DSPs, ensuring safety and adherence to guidelines, and planning activities aligned with Individual Support Plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year in human services with six months experience with people with intellectual disabilities.
• 1 year supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement program plans for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Train, monitor and evaluate Direct Support Professionals in a Day Program.
• Provide supervision to DSPs to meet active treatment goals.
• Plan Day Program activities and outings aligned with ISP goals.
• Monitor safety, health, and adherence to PMP and agency guidelines.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Supervisory experience

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job SummaryInvolved in the process of training, monitoring/evaluating Direct Support Professionals (DSP\"s) in a day program setting. Cooperation with families, service providers, advocates, state and federal agencies, representatives and other professionals is an essential component of the job. Must be able to express ideas clearly and concisely in oral and written forms. Written and oral reports and participation in meetings will be required. Will perform other duties as assigned by the ICF/IID Senior Assistant Director Quality Supports (Sr. ADQS).Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Assess, plan, and implement program plans for people with intellectual disabilities, i.e. physical, nutritional, behavior support lesson/training plans.Involved in the process of training, monitoring/evaluating DSP's in a Day Program setting. Provide supervision of DSP's in the completion of active treatment goals, participation in scheduled activities/outings during Day Program hours.Ensure safety and health and agency/state guidelines, Physical Management Plans (PMP's) are being adhered to. Provide mentoring and corrective support as required.Work with House Management as well as other members of the ICF Team in a collaborative-team effort to facilitate positive relationships and day program environment to promote productive and engaging services. Address any remediation needs in a professional, respectful manner.Plan and implement Day Program activity and outing schedules in accordance with Individual Support Plans (ISP's). Assist in the training and implementation of individuals personal goals and outcomes; this may include but not limited to gym activities, music class, Snoezelen room, and outing/field trips.Monitor and record daily attendance for the ICF Day Program.Assist DSP's in safely boarding individuals off and on the van upon arrival and departure.Monitor lunch for the ICF Day Program. Assist direct care staff and individuals during mealtimes as well as complete assigned duties related to mealtime activities as needed.Assist other ATS co-workers with room monitoring and activities upon need.Provide active treatment in group homes on days a home cannot arrange coming into the center.Assist group homes to meet ratio as deemed necessary.Other duties assigned by ICF/IID Sr. ADQS.Qualifications:Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.Experience: One year experience working in the field of human services with a minimum of six months with people with intellectual disabilities. One year supervisory experience required.Physical Requirements: Health must be adequate to allow for efficient accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities. Physical examination required prior to employment by a physician approved.