Substitute/On-Call Direct Support Professional - Day Services

Job Description

Who we are:

Ability Beyond Barriers, formerly Horry County Disabilities and Special Needs, is a non-profit organization providing services and support to individuals with intellectual and related disabilities, head and spinal cord injuries, and autism in Horry and surrounding counties. We work collaboratively within our community to develop a comprehensive network to enhance the lives of the people we serve.

Who you are:

A person committed to serving our individuals by providing person-centered care to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and related disabilities, head and spinal cord injuries, and autism.

This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference. This schedule is flexible and allows for you to have another job or go to school. No experience is required!

Examples of work performed:

Carries out programmatic activities with participants such as class instructions, development of vocation, community living, socialization, functional academic skills, and use of leisure time, according to individual habilitation plans.

Assist in developing, implementing, and achieving participant program goals and objectives.

Documents participants’ progress through daily and monthly progress notes.

Supplies requested assessment information.

Maintains daily training area attendance and turns into appropriate person.

Maintains appropriate participant supervision and provides for the safety and well being of participants at all times.

Attending annual individual habilitation meetings, staff meetings, and training as needed.

Follows and adheres to all established operational schedules, i.e., participants, general, etc.

Reports to immediate supervisor for participant training instructions/problems.

Reports to program coordinator for non-training/educational, i.e., leave, grievances, etc.

Ascertain proper vehicle maintenance is performed. Maintains vehicle cleanliness, safety, daily vehicle log and first aid sheet.

Maintains program training supplies/equipment/needs. Responsible for monies (cash/checks) coming in through receipt book. Fills out purchase request for supplies/needs and submits to immediate supervisor. Maintains assigned equipment.

Use approved Crisis Prevention Institute techniques when dealing with behaviors and difficult situations with participants.

Performs hygiene tasks for participants, i.e., changing diapers, assisting with toileting, showering, and bathing participants. Also feeds participants or assists with feeding.

Transports participants to and from program sites and other designated locations as necessary. Operates center vehicles according to center and state guidelines.

Performs other assigned duties as requested by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required to stand throughout the course of the workday during program activities.

Required to operate all equipment associated with the training site that is being worked in.

Establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and participants.

Ability to understand, follow and record instructions, both written and verbal.

Knowledge of developmental disabilities and handicaps

Demonstrates an ability to comprehend and communicate effectively in English and has minimal proficiency in mathematics.

Minimum Training and Experience:

A high school diploma, GED, or at least 1 years’ experience working with intellectually disabled adults in a day services or community setting and a valid driver’s license.

Compensation & Benefits

$13.72 per hour worked.

On-Call position; no set schedule, they will vary.

Full-time