Vocational Assistant

Linwood Center; United States; On-site; USD 20,866 - 29,718; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage

401K Retirement plan with company contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Sick and Safe Leave

14 Paid Holidays

Job summary

A community support organization in Columbia, MD is seeking a Vocational Assistant to help individuals with developmental disabilities in daily activities and community integration. The role involves implementing personal plans, driving, and supporting skill development and participation. Candidates should have a high school diploma, be at least 21 years of age, and have experience in community involvement. Competitive pay at $18.36 per hour with comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to address developmental and social-emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals during day-to-day activities in vocational programs.
• Assist with Person-Centered Plans and Behavior Support Plans.
• Guide individuals during community activities and at volunteer sites.

Skills

Community involvement

Patience

Understanding

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Adult Day Program
9130 Red Branch Rd
Suite A
Columbia, MD 21045, USA

The Vocational Assistant supports one or more individuals during their day-to-day activities in Linwood’s adult vocational or day habilitation program. The Vocational Assistant is directly responsible to the Community Integration Program Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participating in developing the Person-Centered Plan (PCP) and Behavior Support Plans and implementing and documenting the portion of the plan(s) related to the day program.
• Guiding one or more individuals at the day habilitation site, during community activities, or at volunteer sites to ensure that the services are provided as outlined in their PCP and to the approval of the volunteer coordinator.
• Safe and responsible driving is an essential component of this position.
• Providing guidance to one or more individuals at the day habilitation site to ensure successful participation in appropriate activities of daily living, including the development of self-help skills, leisure skills, and functional academic or vocational skills.
• Actively supporting the individual in achieving success and integration in the community, at the volunteer site, or during recreational and leisure community activities.
• If requested/directed, timely attendance and participation in meetings, including but not limited to PCP meetings, staff meetings, in-service training, clinical meetings, and medication reviews.
• Be a role model to the individuals you serve and as a representation of Linwood.
• May be chosen to be trained by Linwood’s nurses to carry out the duties as a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) delegated by the nurses as prescribed by the Board of Nursing and DDA.
• Learns and properly utilizes Linwood’s Data Management System (CIMS) to maintain accurate records and permit accurate billing through LTSS/DDA.
• Attends work regularly according to the assigned work schedule and per Linwood’s policy.
• Attends and participates in all DDA mandated training, staff meetings, and other activities to facilitate professional development.
• Maintains current valid CMT, CPR/ First Aid, and MANDT certifications.
• Works cooperatively with others, including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, people served, community professionals, customers, vendors, and the public.
• May assume other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in creating community involvement and volunteer or employment opportunities with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s MD license and an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy.

Abilities:

• To demonstrate interest and ability to address the developmental and social-emotional needs of adults with developmental disabilities.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic, patient, and understanding.
• To be flexible enough to work cooperatively with other staff in addressing individuals' physical, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.
• To demonstrate an understanding of fundamental rights and self-determination and assure that the individuals to whom he/she provides support be afforded these rights.
• To demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Linwood’s philosophy and the ability to teach Linwood’s methods and philosophy to others.
• To engage professionally with Linwood staff, parents, school system personnel, and other professionals.
• The ability to organize, document, and meet deadlines.
• To follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Regularly exposed to weather conditions during travel to and from worksites and appointments.
• Frequently required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, various forms of technology, or controls.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, run, or crawl.
• Must be able to work under regular, moderate levels of stress.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs. regularly and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Requests for reasonable accommodation may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The current comprehensive company benefits:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance & AD&D
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• 401K Retirement plan with company contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Three Personal Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note the following:

• Candidates that currently employed by, have previously been employed by or are referred to Linwood Center by an employment, or temporary agency are not eligible to receive a Sign-On-Bonus for positions that qualify for a Sign-On-Bonus.

Shift: Monday thru Friday, 8 am - 4 pm.

Pay Rate: $18.36 per hour

Linwood Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Behaviors

• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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