What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support staff position at Advocates?
Overview
Starting Rate : $20.30 / hr
The In-Home Support Staff is responsible to supervise the daily living activities of individuals, providing ongoing support, guidance and role modeling on a consistent basis.
The In-Home Support Staff will facilitate individual growth in areas of daily living skills, independence, personal development, financial management, communication, socialization and community integration.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma / GED
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing support, guidance and role modeling for individuals. Assist individual in daily living activities, while promoting self-advocacy, decision-making, problem-solving, and empowerment.
- Collaborate with the individual, family members and program management, as part of the multidisciplinary team in providing support to individual.
- Participate in planning and implementation of activities and daily routine for individuals.
- Support individuals in their home and encourage individuals to become an active member of their community by actively seeking out integrated activities, opportunities for community participation, and membership.
- Assist individuals to identify and develop person-centered goals and plans to address any concerns.
- Lift and transfer individuals as needed.
- Prepare summaries of interactions and objective behavioral observations of clients.
- Provide transportation as needed.
- Report significant medical, behavioral and psychiatric health-related concerns.
- Perform physical intervention in the event of a client crisis.
Please note : The essential functions listed in this section are not limited only to the tasks listed and may include other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications / Education / Experience :
- High School diploma or GED. Experience with the program population is preferred.
- High energy level and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and ability to use good judgment.
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
- Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.
- Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
Last updated : 2024-11-16
Salary : $20
