Outreach Direct Support Professional

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Outreach Direct Support Professionals needed in Holyoke, Chicopee, Monson and around Amherst Almadan Inc. has been serving individuals in the community and our residential homes since 1985, and takes pride in quality care, staff development, and a welcoming environment. We have always had a focus on inclusivity and strive for a company culture that is collaborative and transparent.

Consider joining our wonderful team today! Pay: $20.50-$21.00 per hour based on certifications

Schedule: Part Time SUMMARY OF POSITION: To provide one on one direct support care to individuals who live independently and reside in community-based settings. To ensure the health and safety of all individuals and promote independence in all areas of daily living. To include but not limited to a focus on community integration, health and wellness, and skill development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides supervision, assistance, and support to individuals receiving services from Almadan, Inc. in accordance with the individuals’ support plan
• Ensure the health and safety of all individuals receiving services
• Ability to assist individuals as needed to promote independence in activities of daily living skills, to include but not limited to: Community integration, meal preparation, funds management, and social skills, Personal care, Maintaining a clean and safe home environment
• Review and complete all required daily documentation
• Assist Individuals to navigate services, including housing, healthcare, employment and financial resources.
• Provides transportation to individuals in accordance with agency policy
• Maintain current certification and training in CPR, First Aid, Nurses Training as well as any required site-specific trainings
• Perform job responsibilities in accordance with agency policy and procedure manual in addition to state regulations
• Attend and participate in quarterly staff meetings in accordance with agency policy
• Attend and participate in mandatory meetings identified by the direct supervisor and in accordance to agency policy
• Participate in the development of individual’s ISP under the direction of the Program Director/Manager;
• Ensure implementation of provider support strategies outlined in individuals’ ISPs
• Maintain a flexible schedule as schedules may be altered based on the needs identified by individuals receiving supports
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUN ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma
• One year of experience working with the DDS/DMH population preferred
• Must be 18+ years of age
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle to transport individuals

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure duties and responsibilities are completed in accordance with agency policy and procedure
• Attends appropriate meetings as required
• Other job-related duties, as requested

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stoop, and reach
• Must be able to switch from tasks to task (flexible) during the work day and work cooperatively with Agency staff.