Direct Support Professional-Supported Community Connection

OVERVIEW:

Supports individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities in group and individual settings in pursuit of community involvement through leisure, volunteer and recreational activities in the community. Assists and supports individuals to contribute to and participate in community activities, locations and relationships of each individual’s choice.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• As part of the team, plans community specific activities that are meaningful and adult appropriate including memberships in associations, opportunities for contributions and the development of relationships. Ensures supports, safety and participations in activities for all individuals in group services. Promotes individual choice in all activities, relationships and services.
• Schedule of activities is based on choice and interests identified in the ISSP.
• Ensures individual’s health and safety is monitored and protected at all times. Follows operational procedures regarding safety. Reports unsafe conditions. Works with Team to address individual risks. Monitors and administers medications and ensures medical instructions and policies are followed.
• Implements Individual Service and Support Plans and supports Person-Centered Planning. Assists in identifying each person’s strengths, interests, and needs in a proactive manner, by discussion with supervisor and team and ensures that alternative plans are in place to support where efforts are ineffective. Provides documentation of observation related to services and supports, i.e. progress notes, attendance, and incident reports.
• Ensures support is available to individuals with disabilities to participate in personal interests, community activities, and resources either provided directly or by friends, family, or other community members. Promotes individual choice in all activities, relationships, and services.
• Assists each person assigned in developing and maintaining relationships with community members. Understands and supports reciprocity in relationships.
• Participates as a team member to accomplish goals of the team and agency.
• Performs all other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrates ethical and respectful interactions; works with integrity and respects diversity.
• Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Follows policies and procedures; supports organization’s mission and goals in appearance and interactions; and commit to attention to detail.
• Accurate work is a priority, strives to eliminate errors, and seeks opportunities to improve processes. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily in community settings and transporting with multiple individuals. Environment can sometimes be hectic and noisy to include loud voices. Flexibility and ability to change priorities a must.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Move about from location to location. Exerts force and/or lifts or carries object up to 10 pounds constantly, 10-20 pounds frequently and 20-50 pounds occasionally.

COMPENSATION

STATUS: Non-Exempt

PAY TYPE: Hourly

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

Experience in human service or related field required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and e-mail. Maintains criminal and driving checks acceptable with State of Colorado, insurance carrier and Cheyenne Village, Inc. requirements. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

WE DO HAVE SOME REQUIREMENTS

Experience in human services or related field preferred. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Outlook e-mail.

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

A background check is required for the following:

· Criminal Background Investigation Check (CBI)

· Department of Motor Vehicle Check (DMV)

· Colorado Adult Protective Services Check (CAPS)

· Department of Regulatory Agencies Check (DORA)

Must be 18 years of age. Must become CPR & First Aid certified. Certifications and training are paid for by Cheyenne Village, Inc.

BENEFITS

Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurances, 401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan, access to an employee assistance program and paid employee portion of FAMLI tax.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.91 - $23.88 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $24