Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provides instruction and skill building in the areas of Self Help, Sensorimotor, Communication, Social Development, Independent living, Behavior Development, Affective Development, and Wellness Development.
• Assists in case management responsibilities, as directed.
• Provides input for interdisciplinary team reviews.
• Assists in the development of DHSP for persons served, including recommendations from professional and para-professional specialists. Maintains contact with family members, funding source, and other staff members, including members of the Interdisciplinary team at the Day Hab.
• Implements clinical and daily plans for persons served. Provides recommendations or implements changes to ensure continuous improvement of programs.
• Maintains documentation daily. Adheres to data collection and maintenance policies and guidelines. Ensures progress notes for persons served are completed according to guidelines.
• Works directly with persons served individually and in groups. Works to develop skills for persons served.
• Ensures that members are actively engaged in meaningful activities throughout the entire day, offering choices wherever possible.
• Communicates with management regarding treatment and programs for persons served.
• Participates or is actively involved with various teams, such as Case Management Team.
• Supports members in crisis management using Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and Safety Care.
• Assists with the training of staff, as needed.
• Maintains physical upkeep of the program area. Monitors supplies and equipment needed. Ensures equipment is used, cleaned, and stored appropriately. Notifies managers of any needs identified and works to resolve those
• Acts as advocate for persons served in all areas. Follows policies and procedures specific to program and Vinfen. Actively works toward community integration of persons served through community opportunities, volunteer opportunities, reverse integration, and the development of friendships.
• Performs other related duties, as required.
Knowledge and Skills:
• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of applied behavioral analysis with developmental disabilities population
• Knowledge and use of different communication styles
• Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
• Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices
• Knowledge of participatory planning techniques
• Knowledge of required physical personal management skills
• Knowledge of required independent living management skills
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
• Persuasive, collaborative skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to provide a positive role model