Day Program Direct Support Specialist Inclusion & Safety

Beacon Specialized Living; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living seeks caregivers to support individuals with daily activities and outings, ensuring safety and policy compliance. You will help with in-house and community events, provide personal care, manage finances documentation, and participate in planning and training.

Role requires adhering to crisis prevention methods and submitting incident reports; travel to other program locations may be needed to support teams and residents.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of individuals during program hours, transportation, and community activities.
• Provide personal care and support as needed.
• Assist individuals with personal finances, maintaining accurate documentation.
• Complete and submit incident reports per policy.
• Utilize crisis prevention and intervention strategies, using restrictive procedures only as a last resort.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning and carry out goals from individual service plans.
• Attend staff meetings and complete required annual training.
• Travel to other program locations as needed.

Job description

Beacon Specialized Living seeks caregivers to support individuals with daily activities and outings, ensuring safety and policy compliance. You will help with in-house and community events, provide personal care, manage finances documentation, and participate in planning and training.

Role requires adhering to crisis prevention methods and submitting incident reports; travel to other program locations may be needed to support teams and residents.