What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weaver Encore ADS - Chapel Hill - Direct Support Professional position at WEAVER INDUSTRIES INC?
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Description
Summary/Objective
The Encore DSP will be responsible for the coordination of the entire social/activity program within the facility; to include and consider all client's needs, interests, and abilities. Strive to enrich the client's lifestyle by promoting an optimum level of constructive and quality leisure time activities.
Essential Job Functions
- Develops and promotes recreation programs including music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural arts, nature study, social recreation, and physically and mentally stimulating exercises.
- Promotes an atmosphere that encourages self-expression of individuals' needs, concerns, abilities, and choices.
- Knowledgeable of and implements all safety, universal precautions, and Company policies/procedures for protecting individuals, coworkers, and self.
- Establishes and maintains a good rapport and supportive relationship with all individuals and families
- Identifies and utilizes individuals' knowledge, skills, and talents.
- Keeps abreast of current events within the community and utilizes available resources.
- Organizes and maintains both daily and monthly schedules of activities. Informs and assists individuals regarding activities.
- Interprets recreation services to the public and participates in community meetings and organizational planning.
- Maintains files as follows:
o Individual information about personal interests, abilities, needs, etc. - Social History
o Community resources
o Volunteer sources
o Activity resource materials
o Inventory of craft and project supplies
o Record of expenditures
o Submits budget for program development.
- Must have a strong knowledge of the local community, area, and region.
Qualifications
• Must have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs and e-mail.
• Need to be at least 21 years of age with a valid driver's license for the safe operation of the company vehicle.
• Previous experience working with the senior population is a plus.
Physical Demands
• Must be able to work with your hands, walk, stoop, kneel, bend and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
• Monday through Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm
Required Education and Experience
• A high school diploma required • Experience managing calendars
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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