Lead Direct Support Professional, Adult Day Support (Camp Baker)

Job Description

A little about us:

We are SOAR365! Our programs and services have always been designed for individuals and families who are coping with the daily real-world challenges of living with a disability. To that end, we've continually added more ambitious and thoughtful programs over the past 65 years. And, today our services have a profound impact on more than 1,300 people and their families.

A Day in the Life of:

As a member of our team, you will be responsible for assisting with coordination of staff and client involvement in day-to-day program activities. Your people skills will be crucial in making an impact and helping to change lives. This is a challenging and rewarding position. You will be responsible for providing a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment that works to foster growth and rehabilitation and strives to facilitate the development of the individual's ability to reach the highest level of independence.

You will come to know the great people that make us who we are as a business and who keep our reputation alive. You will be a part of something great here at SOAR365 and you will enjoy what you do and with whom you do it.

Benefits:

A competitive salary

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards for our part time employees: 403b retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program, Workers' compensation, Verizon Wireless discount, South University discount, Direct deposit, Employee recognition programs, Free Park365 reservation

Responsibilities and Duties:

Delivers purposeful age-appropriate activities and supports for participants.

Upholds all SOAR365 Core Values.

Coaches direct support professionals when working with participants.

Coaches staff on how to implement activities with participants.

When the Supervisor is absent, responsible for assigning staff notes in NETSMART and ensures notes are completed

Recommends staff that need counseling to the Supervisor.

Implements activities, using specified training techniques and interventions, related to, but not limited to, developing client social interaction skills, personal hygiene training, motor skill coordination, and activities etc.

Provides participants with personal care/hygiene support as needed.

Provides direct training, supervision and support to participants during all activities.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Medication Administration certified or will obtain within 60 days of starting date and maintains certification throughout employment completing continuing education and recertification requirements as defined by SOAR365 in a timely manner.

Holds a valid driving license with an acceptable driving record and maintains driving eligibility during the course of employment

High School / GED graduation required.

One year of experience working with persons with disabilities required.

To apply for this position, a completed SOAR365 application is required.

EO/AA Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

Drug-Free Workplace

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation when you apply for a position on our website, please contact us at and ask for human resources.

SOAR365 employees benefit from working for a rehabilitative non-profit agency that specializes in providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Part-time