VistAbility- Lead DSP for Adult Day Program (Richmond, CA)
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VistAbility is hiring a VistAbility- Lead DSP for Adult Day Program (Richmond, CA). The Lead Direct Support Professional (Instructor 2) plans and implements direct services for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This role involves working with staff to ensure teamwork and person-centered services at an Adult Program facility. The Lead DSP will also provide training suggestions and feedback to Level 1 Instructors.
Key focus areas include Act as designated program manager for 10-15 people, Develop, review, and evaluate Individual Service Plans (ISPs), and Attend ISP meetings.
Successful candidates bring Valid CA Driver License, High School Diploma, and Two Years Experience With Disabilities. Preferred (not required): Leadership, Teambuilding, Communication, and Internet Use.
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VistAbility- Lead DSP for Adult Day Program (Richmond, CA)
Lead DSP for Adult Day Program (Richmond, CA) (http://www.vistability.org/)
Position: Lead Direct Support Professional (Instructor 2)Location: Richmond, CAHours: 8:00am-3:30pm (37.5 hours per week)
As an Instructor 2 (Lead DSP), you will plan and implement direct services for individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. You will work with other staff members to assure good teamwork and excellence in the deliverance of person-centered services at one of our Adult Program facilities. Be a part of a fun, dynamic, social program and be a positive force in someone's life!
On a typical work day, an Instructor 2...
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Acts as designated “program manager” for 10-15 people: develops, reviews, and evaluates Individual Service Plans (ISPs), attends ISP meetings
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Devises and implements data collection procedures,analysis of data, makes monthly progress notations, develops and implements support plans, including positive behavioral support procedures
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Develops and implements daily lesson plans
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Encourages people to engage fully in activities by using prompting, cueing, and fading procedures
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Manages participants medical and personal care needs; including assistance with bathroom use, changing of adult diapers, and assistance with feeding.
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Serves as an advocate for the people we support
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Provides level 1 Instructors with on-going training suggestions and constructive feedback/suggestions to improve job performance.
Nice to haves:
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Demonstrated leadership and teambuilding abilities
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Good written and verbal communication skills.
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Basic skills in Microsoft Office, internet use and email.
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Some College courses preferred. Additional experience may be substituted for college education.
Must Haves:
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Valid CA driver license and good driving record
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High school diploma, GED or equivalent
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Two years’ experience serving people with disabilities
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Previous experience at a day program or similar community-based programs
Compensation:$21.75 per hourEmployer-paid benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, and LTD insurance valued atapproximately $424.84 per pay period(about $5.23 per hour)Paid time off:• 11 paid holidays + 1 birthday holiday• 12 sick days per year• 10–25 vacation days per year (based on tenure)• 30 hours of bereavement leave• Up to 2 weeks of paid jury dutyRetirement:2% employer 403(b) match after one year of serviceEmployer pays 100% of retiree dental and Medicare supplement premiums for eligible employeesEmployees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate for approved business travel.Required business use of a personal cell phone is reimbursed through a semi monthly stipend.
Program: GMC
This is a full time position
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