What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supported Living Service (SLS) Personal Attendant Trainer (Weekend) position at FRIENDS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Under the supervision of the Case Manager, the essential functions of the SLS Personal Attendant Trainer are :
1.To work 24-hour or 48-hour shifts on weekends (from Friday night to Sunday night) or holidays. The shifts include AWAKE and SLEEP hours (under different pay rates).
2.To provide personal care assistance, supervision and support at participant's residence and community integrated activities to maximize the participant's success in their living arrangements.
3.To conduct personalized assistance and training to enhance the participant's health, independence, and overall life skills.
4.To plan and implement Person-Centered Thinking (PCT) enriching activities that promote independence and community integration, requiring creativity and engagement during extended shifts.
5.To transport participants for essential living functions and community engagement, while also promoting opportunities for enrichment and recreation during long weekend shifts.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Electronically clock in and out, and document Daily Service Logs.
- Provide personal care assistance, training, and support to participants to maximize living skills, independence, optimal health, emotional stability, and community integration.
- Supervise and assist with personal care tasks (bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting); assist with household maintenance, healthy meal preparation, health monitoring, and medication management.
- Observe and communicate proactively with supervisors about the participant's physical health, well-being, needs and incidents.
- Develop and implement enrichment activities tailored to participant's interests, skills, and needs, especially during weekend shifts, ensuring engagement and meaningful participation.
- Explore resources and organize community outings. Transport participants to appointments, leisure activities, grocery shopping, and community outings.
- Engage participants in recreational, community-based, and life skills activities, ensuring continuous involvement throughout the shift.
- Offer emotional support, companionship, and conversations to promote well-being.
- Implement positive behavioral support strategies and interventions during all activities.
- Assist participants with self-administering prescribed medication or over-the-counter medication, documenting on the medication log.
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with participants, families, team members, and supervisors.
- Complete quarterly, semi-annual, and annual Person-Centered Thinking (PCT) reports on time, engaging participants in achieving their ISP objectives.
- Ensure safety and mitigate health and safety risks throughout shifts.
- Follow safety protocols and emergency procedures, intervening as necessary during extended shifts.
- Participate in team meetings, contribute to care plan development, and attend mandatory staff meetings and training.
REQUIREMENTS : 1.Education :
High school diploma required; higher education preferred.
2.Experience :
At least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or astrong enthusiasm to learn and grow in the field.
3.Professional Skills :
Behavioral management skills.
Ability to adapt to participant needs and adjust to unexpected situations, particularly overextended shifts.
4.Environmental Conditions
5.Personality Traits :
COMPANY WIDE JOB REQUIREMENTS :
