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Johnson County Kansas; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Government is seeking a Senior Direct Support Professional for the Day & Employment division. This role leads direct care staff and supports individuals with developmental disabilities to live and work in the community.

First review of candidates will be Tuesday, November 17th and the position will stay open until filled. Strong communication with families and agencies is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in a human services field preferred.
• Background/reference check required for all positions.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train individuals on vocational and social skills for community employment.
• Maintain documentation and track progress toward support plan objectives.
• Communicate with agencies, employers, families, and case managers as needed.
• Provide medical, physical or behavioral guidance to sustain employment.
• Transport individuals as required.

Skills

High school diploma

Experience in human services

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of experience in a human services field

Job description

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you're searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Job Description

Johnson County Developmental Supports (JCDS) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Direct Support Professional for their Day & Employment division. JCDS serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We focus on individuals' abilities, provide choice driven supports, and advocate alongside people to live and work in our community. We aspire to build a community that promotes, supports, and embraces people of all abilities. Senior Direct Support Professionals are responsible for the delivery of services with JCDS. This position also serves as a lead for other direct care staff. First review of candidates will be Tuesday, November 17th and will remain open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train individuals on various vocational and social skills to enable productive community employment by: training on job tasks specific to the employer; teaching appropriate social interactions with co-workers and supervisors; teaching interpersonal skills; evaluating performance on the job; teaching how to recognize and respond to abuse, neglect or exploitation.


• Maintain documentation, including evaluating and documenting individual progress toward person centered support plan objectives and communicating progress toward plan objectives; evaluating performance on the job; recording other related data relevant to person centered support plan.


• Communicate between agencies, employers and family, guardians, case managers, and others as needed. Keep other parties updated regarding any status changes; maintain positive business relations with work site employer; develop future job leads in the business community.


• Provide appropriate medical, physical or behavioral guidance as needed to individuals to maintain employment.


• Transport individuals as needed.

Job Preview Video

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Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience working in a human services field are required.


• May require KS/MO driver's license, depending on department or agency.


• Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions.


• Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• No preferred job requirements.

Education/Experience Substitutions

Education may be substituted for experience.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions

• Lifting: requirement varies by assignment.


• Exposure to hazardous materials (bodily fluids).


• All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.