Direct Service Professional (Woodlawn)

Job Posting Title Direct Service Professional at Woodlawn Job Description About Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing job training, employment placement, and support services for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment. With a focus on empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and inclusion in the community, Ohio Valley Goodwill has been serving the Greater Cincinnati area for over 100 years. POSITION SUMMARY: (WHAT, HOW, WHY) Assist with the objective to provide a diverse program of therapeutic group and/or individual activities appropriate to meet the desired physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of the participant served. Areas included are community integration activities, skills training, creative expressions, music therapy, special events in program and community. Assist individuals with problem-solving skills, self-regulation and meaningful interactions to promote our mission to eliminate barriers, empower individuals and elevate human potential. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Minimum of High school diploma or GED. Twenty-One years or older. EXPERIENCE: 1) Preference may be given to applicants with more experience. Preference may be given for prior experience in the DD field and /or Bachelor's degree with experience working within a DD service delivery system. 2) Must be able to pass criminal background investigations and various registry and database checks. 3) Must pass DMV check, pass road test, DOT physical and pre-employment drug and alcohol test and random testing throughout employment. KNOWLEDGE: 1) Must possess attention to detail to accurately record data for participant documentation 2) Training in CPR, First Aid and Goodwill's Emergency Procedures. 3) Must possess superior judgement skills in order to ensure the health, safety and well-being of adults with developmental disabilities in all settings. 4)Must possess auto insurance ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Help facilitate planned work/recreational/volunteer programs in facility and the broader community. []{segoe=""}