ID DAY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Southside Behavioral Health; South Boston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Development

Flexible Work Practices

Employee Resources

Job summary

Southside Behavioral Health seeks a qualified individual to supervise and support adults with intellectual disabilities in daily living, communication, and community integration. You will implement PCPs, document outcomes, and ensure compliance with licensing and Medicaid requirements.

The role includes transporting individuals to activities, coordinating with caregivers, and promoting positive behavior and peer interactions in a recovery-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• One year experience working with intellectually disabled individuals.
• Must pass background check and drug screening; complete mandatory trainings (CPR, First Aid, medication) or be trainable after hire.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Must maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and instructs individuals in ADL skills and social communication.
• Seeks out and utilizes community resources beneficial to individuals served.
• Organizes activities aligned with the individual's choices and interests.
• Implements individualized service plans and ensures adherence.
• Transports consumers to activities to aid community integration.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in human services

Job description

$29,443 - $51,525 Compensation is commensurate with education, training, qualifications, and relevant experience.

Employment Type

Full-time

Shift

08:30a to 04:30p

Category

Day Support

Southside Behavioral Health provides individualized culturally competent care in our communities, by supporting wellness and quality of life in a recovery-oriented environment and professional manner. Covering the counties of Halifax, Mecklenburg and Brunswick, VA. Our behavioral health services are backed with community involvement and values.

SBH is seeking a qualified individual who will be responsible for instruction, support, and supervision of adults with intellectual disabilities in the areas of community living, personal care tasks, socialization, communication, task learning and community integration skills such as community resources and community safety. Implements person-centered plans (PCPs) and maintains accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records such as daily data collection, progress notes, monthly reports, medication administration records (MARS) and quarterly reviews that meet the Board’s, state licensing and Medicaid requirements. Responsible for skill development and support in positive behavior and positive peer interaction. Transports individuals to various activities in the community, as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and instructs individuals in ADL skills/direct instruction (community integration skills, personal care tasks and social communication skills).
• Seeks out and utilizes community resources beneficial to the individuals served.
• Organizes activities per the individual’s choice and interests.
• Implements individualized service plans to include the individual’s desired outcomes and ensures the plan is followed.
• Transports consumers to various activities, as needed, aiding in community integration for individuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree in human services preferred.
• One year experience working with intellectually disabled individuals, preferably in a day support or residential setting.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality, possess effective communication skills, and have all mandatory trainings (CPR, First Aid, medication, etc.) or be trainable after hire.
• Must meet all criminal background and drug screening requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record, required.

As an equal opportunity employer, women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits and Perks

Personal Development

Flexible Work Practices

Employee Resources

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