What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Counselor / Direct Support Professional: Weekend Day 10am to 10pm position at Inspired Options Inc?
Note
In accordance withOccupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Emergency TemporaryStandard, Inspired Options Inc. requires all its employees to be fullyvaccinated for COVID-19. Therefore, by applying for a position with InspiredOptions, you understand that you will be required to verify that you have atleast one dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, or one complete dose of thesinge-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine by your first day of employment.Employees are also required to wear face masks when visiting and / or working in allInspired Options offices or programs.
PositionOverview
Under the direction andsupervision of the House Manager (or Residential Program Manager), the positionassists with providing direct care and supports to the participants that agencysupports in our residential group homes in a ratio of 1 : 1 up to 1 : 3 in the home,in the community, and employment environment.
EssentialFunctions
- Work with residents, assisting them with theactivities of daily living : teaching money management, housekeeping, cooking,personal care and hygiene, socialization with roommates and persons in thecommunity, and appropriate use of leisure time.
- Develop and maintain warm, clean, and safe homeenvironment which is conducive to optimal development of the resident.
- Implement the individual activity schedule of theresident. Document all activities on the weekly activity schedule.
- Participate in the development of, and implementationof the participants' Person-Centered Plan (PCP). Document any changes to theresident's program in the approved PCP prior to implementation.
- Work with the Residential House Manager to accountfor the individual funds of the resident. Teach money management techniques toresidents who experience difficulties managing their personal funds.
- Adheres to the mandatory use of CIMS system toaccess, send email and access and report health information, data and incidentsfor individuals supported in Inspired Options Inc. program.
Knowledge,Skills and Abilities
RequiredEducation / Certifications / Experience
HighSchool Diploma or equivalent. CPR / First Aid, and Driver's license required
AdditionalRequired Skills
MicrosoftExcel and Word skills, excellent communication skills, organizational skillsand ability to multi-task necessary. Must be a self-starter.
CoreValues
Employeesare expected to collaborate with clients, families, and community partners.They will act intentionally to design each day with new opportunities and honoreach participant"'s desire to express themselves and make personal choices.
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