Personal Supports Facilitator (PART-TIME)

Wcdcservices; Maryland; On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Wcdcservices is seeking a part-time Support Specialist in Maryland to provide positive support and supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role involves offering one-on-one aide, assisting with life skills, and safely transporting clients. Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and a high school diploma or GED. The position offers approximately 10 - 15 hours per week, ensuring clients achieve independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license needed for client transport.
• Complete DDA Core Trainings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one assistance and support to individuals with disabilities.
• Transport individuals to community events and activities.
• Maintain communication with families and supervisors.

Skills

Positive support and supervision

Life skill training

Transporting clients

Communication

Personal assistance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Summary

The incumbent is responsible for providing positive support and supervision to persons with developmental disabilities; to help them achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life in the home, community, and/or work setting.

Schedule

This position is part-time, working 10 - 15 hrs. per week based on the needs of the client.

Rate of Pay

$18.00 per hour

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Includes the following and or other duties as assigned to meet the vision, fulfill the mission and abide by the values of WCDC.

• Complies with all agency policies and procedures.
• Provides one on one assistance, support, training, companionship and supervision to individuals with disabilities who live in the community.
• Assists individuals in accessing community events, social outings, work sites, restaurants, friends, and entertainment.
• Provides life skill training, i.e. - activities of daily living, household tasks, time management, money management, shopping, social skills, etc. as directed by the Person Centered Plan (PCP).
• Safely transports individual(s) to events, etc. in a company or personal vehicle.
• Serves as a member of the PCP team and provide input for the annual meeting for assigned individual(s).
• Learns about assigned individual(s) disability and preferences; remain sensitive to individual(s) needs; counsel them to help them adjust to their disability; and enable them to make informed choices.
• Maintains formal and informal communications with immediate supervisor, keeping him/her aware of activities and concerns with the program; follow chain of command.
• Plans activities with the individual(s) based on PCP as well as expressed interests of the individual(s)
• Treats the individual(s) with dignity and respect at all times and act in a professional manner consistent with WCDC mission and vision.
• Develops strategies to help clients overcome their limitations and individualized strategies to provide for the needs of each individual served.
• Understands and follows all safety guidelines in accordance with each individual(s) PCP, including but not limited to care plans, behavior plans, and chocking protocols etc.
• Maintains positive communication with the family/guardian of assigned individual(s); act in a professional manner in accordance to WCDC mission and vision.
• Maintains regular and consistent adherence to assigned work schedule.
• Obtains/maintains all certifications and training as required by WCDC.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old, with a valid driver's license, and approved to transport clients. License may not be Provisionals and have a driving record that reflects responsibility and maturity. Complete all DDA Core Trainings successfully.

Education / Experience

A High School Diploma/GED required.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Must be able to stand and walk 90% of work time; sit and/or drive 10%. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull at least 60 pounds. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach. All of the requirements are necessary in order to properly supervise and assist individuals with disabilities. Should be able to climb stairs/ladders and have good balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WCDC is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.