Empowerment Support Specialist

Support Solutions; Decatur (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Support Solutions in Decatur, TN is seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide personalized support to individuals in daily living under the ISP. The role emphasizes dignity, independence, and community integration, including transportation, daily living activities, meal prep, and thorough documentation.

Qualifications include being 21+, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and successful background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age and able to read and write effectively.
• ECF staff must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid drivers license and maintain a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record throughout employment with SS.
• Must meet state and local requirements regarding criminal background check, sexual offender check, abuse registry, drug and felony offender listings.
• Must meet all training requirements and keep training current.

Responsibilities

• Supports the person supported with personal care and daily routines, and in achieving outcomes from the ISP.
• Understands and practices Support Solutions philosophy and values in interactions with the person supported and community members.
• Helps the person supported become integrated with the community by providing person centered supports.
• Assures safe transport and accompanies the person supported to events, job sites, and medical appointments.
• Ensures proper use of agency resources including personal funds, vehicles, buildings, and equipment.
• Attends all training meetings.
• Cooks and provides meals based on scheduled menus.
• Performs daily activities to teach independence.
• Documents daily shift notes and uses electronic records system.
• Maintains customer satisfaction per Customer Service Standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Support Solutions in Decatur, TN is seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide personalized support to individuals in daily living under the ISP. The role emphasizes dignity, independence, and community integration, including transportation, daily living activities, meal prep, and thorough documentation.

Qualifications include being 21+, a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and successful background checks.