CBS Day Program Direct Support Associate

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

Demonstrate competencies in the following areas: Task Analysis, ISP Goal Development, Job Coaching/Teaching, Report Writing, and Behavioral Interventions. Facilitate individual’s independence in community/centered-based activities, job tasks or in residential activities. Facilitate the development of appropriate social skills and encourage the establishment of social relationships. Develop and coordinate schedules, which reflect integrated opportunities for individuals, geared toward increasing independence, community access and awareness. Assist in development and revision of training plans, ISP objectives and fading plans. Implement approved training and fading plans, ISP objectives and behavior plans. Observe behavior, skill levels, areas of interest etc. to provide objective information and formulate data based recommendations. Assure quality control standards in accordance with employer and volunteer expectations as applicable. Provide positive role modeling for individuals. Maintain documentation and prepare reports as required according to approved formats and designated time lines. Maintain documentation and authorization for dispensing medication as applicable. Transport individuals to and from program activities and or appointments in personal vehicle and/or agency

Provide training in related skills i.e., self-care skills, money management, cooking, social interactions, transportation systems, etc. as approved by the treatment team. Provide services to individuals with varied behavior issues, which may include physical aggression, verbal assault, inappropriate sexual comments, gestures and/or acts. Assist individual with personal care needs when necessary. Communicate pertinent information with the team and support system to allow the individual to receive the maximal benefit from the services offered. Demonstrate appropriate judgement and understanding of client safety while supporting individuals. Follow through with supervisory requests and seek supervision when unclear about expectations. Perform and/or assist with routine household task including meal preparation, housekeeping and outdoor maintenance as applicable. Participate in available training opportunities geared toward expanding knowledge of treatment methods. Twenty hours of training is required per year. Follow all policies and procedures as outlined by the department and agency.

Non-Essential Responsibilities:

Perform additional duties as requested.

The preceding Essential and Non-Essential Responsibilities are not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks and functions for this position. Other tasks and functions may be assigned as needed to fulfill the Agency mission.

Essential Responsibilities:

Sets a positive and professional example for all staff and consumers assigned to the work site. Provides general supervision (support, coaching, prompting) to all staff and consumers assigned to the work site. Checks quality of work performed to ensure it meets employer's standards. Monitors quantity of work performed to ensure it meets employer's standards. Notes any staff or consumer performance issues, and communicates with CBS Managers and WFD Employment Specialists to address issues. Acts as the primary point of contact for employer feedback and communicates with CBS Managers and WFD Employment Specialists regarding the employer's request, concerns and comments.