Independent Living Support Specialist

Sunrise Group; United States; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

and more

Résumé du poste

Sunrise Community, Inc. seeks a Direct Support professional to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live as independently as possible. You’ll assist with daily living skills, personal care, and community participation in residents’ homes or communities.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a valid driver's license with endorsements, and English proficiency. The role is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package and a drug-free workplace policy.

Qualifications

• Successfully completes the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
• High School Diploma
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with all necessary endorsements and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience.
• Proficient with WORD, EXCEL, OUTLOOK and basic computer skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in the English language (both written and verbal) is required as this job entails direct care of persons receiving services. Employees are required to communicate, both orally and in writing, with staff and others regarding medical care, supports, and services. This requirement includes the ability to effectively communicate in English including medical terminology

Responsabilités

• Maintains a respectful and professional relationship with residents and all stakeholders
• Provides residents with building independence in daily routines and life skills
• Provides help with personal care, community participation, household tasks, and communication
• Provide support with light household chores (laundry, cleaning and organizing)
• Encourages social engagement and participation in meaningful activities
• Responds to questions or requests for assistance from people receiving services
• Identifies and reports any suspected abuse or violations of a person receiving services’ rights
• Provides support, assistance and supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans
• Completes individualized documentation upon completion of service delivery
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Connaissances

Driver's license

3 years driving experience

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

English proficiency

Formation

High School Diploma

Outils

Word

Excel

Outlook

Description du poste

Sunrise Community, Inc. seeks a Direct Support professional to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live as independently as possible. You’ll assist with daily living skills, personal care, and community participation in residents’ homes or communities.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a valid driver's license with endorsements, and English proficiency. The role is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package and a drug-free workplace policy.