Community Respite Specialist (Bilingual)

Respite Direct Support Specialist Job Details

If you are Looking to Make an Impact:

Little Gerald Services is the place for YOU! We strive to create value for our clients by delivering programs and services that empower and support them in all aspects of life. Our goal is to meet our clients where they are and work in partnership with them to get them where they are trying to go. With adequate training and support, LGS fosters an environment where our valued employees can push themselves and make a real impact within our communities.

If you are Committed to LGS, LGS is committed to YOU:

We’re committed to growing the capabilities of our people! We are continuously building a stronger learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Our employees and management team work together and share their knowledge to enhance each other’s growth as well as the growth of those we serve.

What is a Direct Support Specialist?

Direct Support Staff provide structured and scheduled activities for children and adults with a diagnosis of Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders.

Direct Support Staff provide individualized, client focused services that allow individuals the opportunity to learn to manage their own behaviors/recovery and advocacy process. Interventions are provided to enhance the development of natural supports, as well as coping and self-management skills. Interventions may also include supportive services to assist an individual in community re-entry following hospitalization. Support services emphasize personal safety, self-worth, confidence, and growth, connection to the community, boundary setting, planning, self-advocacy, personal fulfillment, and development of social supports, and effective communication skills. Services emphasize the acquisition; development; expansion of rehabilitative skills needed to move forward in recovery and improve daily life skills. Direct Support Specialists can work within various programs and services.

A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Specialist providing B3 Respite services can look like:

• Seeking and utilizing caregiver input and instructions in the appropriate care and supervision of the person served.
• Oversee and assist consumers with activities of daily living, leisure skills and self-help skills.
• Provide one on one supervision of client and ensure his/her safety at all times.
• Plan and implement age and ability appropriate activities.

B3 Respite Direct Support Specialist Job Details

Assistance may be required in the following areas: light housekeeping such aspreparing snacks and clearing after snacks and activities.

Attends all required trainings and other meetings deemed necessary directsupervisor.

Comply with all state regulations, all agency policies and procedures, and HIPAArules.

Maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning individual(s)supported.

Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported and theirfamilies.

If you are Ready to Work, Basic Requirements include:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Valid Driver License

Social Security Card

Automotive insurance

Car Registration

Current TB Test

Ability to pass a background check

Other Documentation required by LGS

LGS Benefits and Perks:

We work hard to embrace cultural diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Little Gerald Services to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer social programs, flexible work hours, and work-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

Supplemental Insurance through Aflac

Career Growth Plans

Paid Time Off for Full-time eligible employees

Flexible Schedules

Support for Community Involvement

Professional Development

Ongoing Trainings and Supervision

Team Building Activities and Social Events

Referral Program

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

B3 Respite Direct Support Specialist Job Details

Flexible Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Willingness to travel locally:

• 100% (Required)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• I understand that I must apply to only ONE LGS location. However, I can inquire about other locations. All locations can be found at www.lgservicesnc.org

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20