ESSENTIAL DUTIES* AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• HEALTH AND SAFETY/CARE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Programming Outcomes:
    • Support individuals in meeting their personal outcomes*
    • Monitor and record data on personal outcomes*

• • Supporting Roles (for the individuals):
    • Provide the appropriate level of support the situation requires according to individual support plan or health status*
    • Support individuals in choice-making
    • Support and assist the individuals in their work, social, and leisure activities*
    • Support and assist community integration*
    • Support family relationships
    • Remain on shift until the relief person arrives*
    • Be attentive to and report any health and safety concerns of individuals*
    • Ensure the safety of all individuals in case of emergency events, such as fire, tornado, and armed intruder*
    • Follow emergency procedures accurately and promptly, such as CPR, First Aid, Heimlich Maneuver, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)

10. Observe and record accurate information on seizure reports*

11. Practice Universal Precautions*

12. Support individuals at healthcare appointments*
13. Support positive lifestyle choices

• Administer medications accurately and in accordance with agency policy and procedures according to individual program plan*
• Physical ability to assist in Hydrotherapy Pool (hot and humid conditions) and recreational pool according to individual program plan*
• Keep all chemicals and cleaners securely locked up* - 17. Complete all required documentation per shift*

• • Personal Hygiene:
    • Perform all personal hygiene in a private setting*
    • Assist in bathing, hair care, dental hygiene, and shaving*
    • Keep personal care boxes stocked, clean and in order*

• • • Assist in fingernail care*
    • Assist with dressing and undressing*
    • Assist with individuals selecting appropriate, clean, seasonal clothes*
    • Assist with toileting and changing adult briefs*
    • Utilize mechanical lifts according to individual program plan*
    • Complete all required documentation per shift*

• • Physical Requirements:
    • Utilize proper lifting techniques in all areas*
    • Ability to lift, move, and position individuals according to Physical Therapy guidelines according to individual program plans*
    • Ability to bend, stoop, and squat*
    • Ability to push, pull, reach, and stretch*
    • Ability to run as needed in emergency situations*
    • Ability to work in noisy environments, indoor and outdoor as needed*
    • See Work Capacity Addendum, effective November 16, 2012*

• DOMESTIC RESPONSIBILITY - assist and support the Individual in the following duties:
  • Laundry
    • wash and dry individual's clothing and household linens
    • Fold and iron clothes
    • Maintain clothing inventories
    • Label clothes

• • Kitchen:
    • Prepare snacks and meals per individual guidelines*
    • Clean kitchen, eating area, and wash dishes after meals*
    • Sweep, mop and empty trash daily*
    • Clean major appliances as needed
    • Check expiration dates of food and discard expired items*
    • Ensure thermometers are visible and accurate in all refrigerators and freezers*

• • Bedrooms:
    • Ensure closets and drawers are organized
    • Make beds daily, change linen when needed, at least weekly
    • Dust, sweep and mop daily

• • Bathrooms
    • Keep bathroom stocked with towels, soap, and toilet paper*
    • Clean sink, toilet, shower/bathtub, counter, mirror, and equipment daily*
    • Sweep, mop, and empty trash daily

• • Community, work and classroom areas:
    • Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust daily
    • Empty trash and recycling containers daily*
    • Clean trash cans as needed
    • Take trash cans to street or dumpster*
    • Maintain perimeter of worksite (e.g. classroom hallways, patios, driveways, carport)*

• • • Disinfect common and shared surfaces and items daily*
    • Be alert to and report maintenance needs and safety concerns*

• • Maintain Equipment:
    • Clean and care for wheelchairs and cushions daily*
    • Change air filters as needed
    • Unstop backed-up toilets
    • Ensure wheelchair and mechanical lift batteries are charged daily*
    • Clean and care for all heavy equipment and machinery as required*
    • Be alert to and report any equipment and machinery needs or safety concerns immediately*

• TRANSPORTATION AND VEHICLE MAINTENANCE

• Purchase fuel for vehicles per OGC fueling guidelines*
• Safely secure passengers who use wheelchairs in vehicles per OGC policy*
• Operate vehicle wheelchair lifts safely per OGC guidelines*
• Support individuals in arranging transportation for appointments and events and while riding in the vehicle
• Maintain a valid driver's license with an F endorsement and liability insurance (if driving personal cars for OGC purposes); inform agency immediately if license or insurance is revoked, suspended or expired*
• Drive vehicle safely per environmental conditions and defensive driving guidelines*
• Keep the exterior and interior of the vehicle clean
• No eating, drinking, or smoking allowed in vehicles at any time*
• Use of cell phones or other electronic devices is not allowed while driving an OGC vehicle per OGC policy*
• Keep vehicle fuel tank at least full at all times*
• Become familiar with local community routes, roads, major sites, and attractions
• Know the location and the proper use of safety equipment present in an OGC vehicle (e.g. First aid kit, web cutter, triangles, etc.)*
• Complete a daily vehicle pre-trip inspection to ensure that vehicle is safe and legal to drive. Report any discovered defects or problems to the Transportation Dept. immediately per OGC policy*
• Complete a post-trip inspection at the end of every trip to ensure that no passenger is ever left in a vehicle unattended per OGC policy*
• Operate vehicle per local, state and federal laws and per OGC policy*

• REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
  • Orange Grove Center Policies and Procedures:
    • OGC Mission Statement
    • Attendance policy*
    • Behavior management policy*
    • On call procedures*
    • Individual rights*
    • Conduct Violation Policy*
    • Timekeeping system*
    • Departmental policies and procedures*
    • Dress code*

• • • Substance Abuse Policy*
    • Criminal Charges policy*
    • Incident Management policy*
    • Accident Reporting policy (employee and individual) *
    • Emergency Procedures*

• • Training:
    • Orientation/ Annual Refresher*
    • Person-Centered Training*
    • Behavioral Management programs*
    • Crisis Prevention Techniques*
    • First Aid & CPR*
    • Physical & Nutritional Management*
    • Defensive driving*
    • Needs Specific to Individuals*
    • Universal Precautions*
    • Right to Know*
    • Positive Behavior Supports*
    • Online Training*

• • Paperwork and Documentation: (Timely reporting required per company policies)
    • Leave request
    • Behavior incident reports (reportable & non-reportable) *
    • Seizure reports*
    • Accident/Injury reports*
    • Timesheets (employee and individuals) *
    • Mileage sheets*
    • Leave request*
    • Daily notes*
    • Data collection sheets*
    • Flow sheets*
    • Receipts*
    • Any personal documentation on individuals such as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Medication Administration Records (MARs), and Communication Books*

• EXPECTATIONS
  • Interpersonal Relationships:

I. Ability to recognize and provide what level of supervision or assistance is needed by individuals to encourage and support independence*

• Respect the privacy and all personal rights of the individuals*
• Express self without losing emotional control and in a professional manner*
• Be open-minded, allowing others to have different opinions
• Act as a mediator during individuals' disputes
• Treats others with dignity, respect, and courtesy while listening and interacting with them. Use a calm and respectful tone of voice while maintaining a professional relationship*
• Support individuals by being their encourager, counselor, teacher and advocate
• Become familiar with individuals through interaction and observation*
• Maintain professional relationships with the individual, support team members, and