#115-24 Day Support Specialist - IDN-Senior Supports- Somers

SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Day Support Specialist is to ensure that each individual is provided with opportunities to assume and maintain valued skills and relationships. The Day Support Specialist should demonstrate initiative and follow through with responsibilities of the program to provide maximize participation by each individual. IDN and Senior Supports are intended to facilitate independence and promote community inclusion as well as prevent isolation. Services consist of a variety of activities that are designed to assist the individual in maintaining skills and stimulating social interactions with others. The activities are based on needs identified in the IP and may occur in any community setting; Senior Supports include the individuals place of residence. REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or GED Valid drivers license with reliable transportation. Knowledge of DDS systems. RESPONSIBILITIES: Performance of daily program tasks to actively engage individual in various settings to increase aptitude. Teach, assist and supervise individuals in activities/jobs relative to program scope. Organize outings and provide individuals with multiple options. Assist individuals with personal care, if needed, while demonstrating proper technique. Provide data and input on individuals plan and level of need. Maintain on-going case records of individuals needs and services. Document the individuals time, attendance, and behavioral data. Organize and file records specific to individuals daily routine. Document ISP objectives, behavior data, participation and production for each assigned individual. Notify supervisor/team of any behavioral or routine changes. Transport individuals in a safe manner to and from residential and community settings. Transport individuals to, from and between activities and work sites. Maintain vehicle cleanliness, policies and procedures. Develop and implement strategies on 1:1 support. Maintain accurate vehicle logs and report any damage in a timely manner. Any other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator. SCHEDULE: Full time: Monday - Friday (7:00am to 3:00 pm)