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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Provides instructional training to the Pathfinder, Inc. residents.
Assists residents in acquiring necessary daily living skills and
survival skills for independent living. Collects data and monitors
training programs. Supervises and assists residents in completing
day-to-day routine tasks.
POSITIONS 1 & 2: MONDAY-FRIDAY, 3:00PM-11:00PM
POSITON 3: MONDAY-FRIDAY, 11:00PM-7:00AM (OVERNIGHT)
POSITIONS 4 & 5: SATURDAY & SUNDAY, 7:00AM-7:00PM
POSITION 6: SATURDDAY & SUNDAY, 7:00PM-7:00AM (OVERNIGHT)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Manages and supervises residents' active treatment program in
accordance with their individual program plans, and demonstrates the
skills and techniques necessary to implement individual program
plans.
2. Follows prescribed activities to meet individual objectives.
Provides services which have been developed in an individual program
plan.
3. Initiates learning skills programs, i.e., reading, money management,
cooking, grooming, dress, hygiene.
4. Is responsible for the completion of appropriate forms and reports
including recording progress notes.
5. Provides care and instruction for all residents in the facility in
all areas of daily living including home management skills, cooking,
cleaning and socialization skills, utilizing behavioral management
techniques.
6. Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the
residents.
7. Provides a variety of choices in community inclusion activities for
residents of the facility.
8. Monitors/reminds residents when it is necessary to take and refill
medications.
9. Manages residents in appropriate behaviors in a professional manner
and demonstrates the necessary skills and techniques to intervene
effectively.
10. Encourages healthy work attitudes and behaviors in residents who
work.
11. Attends meetings and training sessions as directed.
12. Communicates verbal and written information regarding resident
behavior, needs, medication, and other issues to incoming staff at
shift change for program continuity.
13. Provides transportation (in personal vehicle) to clients based on
their needs and/or for Pathfinder business.
14. Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED;
One (1) Year of relevant, supervised work experience with public health,
human services or other community service agency; OR
Two (2) years' verifiable successful experience working with
individuals with developmental disabilities.
CNA Certification or Medical Assistant certification will qualify for a
special entry rate.
MUST BE ABLE TO PASS APPLICABLE BACKGROUND CHECKS AND DRUG SCREEN. ANY
OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE BASED ON THE RESULTS OF BACKGROUND CHECKS
AND DRUG SCREEN.
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Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications
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