Community Access Program Professional Position Available In Gwinnett, Georgia

Community Access Program Professional Annandale At Suwanee, Inc. 3500 Annandale Lane, Suwanee, GA 30024 Department Community Access Reports to Community Access Program Manager Position Purpose Responsible for assisting in person-centered implementation of Individual Service Plan goals which includes community, vocational, life skills, and social skills training for villagers in the Community Access Program. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of experience with special populations desired. Ability to navigate internet based programs. Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid Class C Georgia Driver’s License, proof of vehicle insurance, and meet company policy regarding MVR requirements. Must meet state requirements regarding a GBI and FBI criminal history record check which requires fingerprinting. Must undergo and pass a drug screening and screening for Tuberculosis. Major Duties and Responsibilities Provide one-on-one (1:1) support to the MCD Waiver Day Program participant for the majority of each shift. This level of support will remain in place as a precautionary measure to ensure the individual’s safety and engagement until the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) is formally reviewed and updated to reflect current support needs. Responsible for implementing and documenting ISP goals including the frequency of the individual goal, vocational skills training, arts/academics, leisure, and recreation programs with the Villagers to meet individual, on a daily basis. Track and document items for HRST, behavior and health and safety. Monitors onsite and offsite meals, field trips and special events as required. Responsible for the implementation of community activities to ensure compliance with villager goals. Responsible for meeting all regulatory requirements and abiding by Annandale and Department policies by completing all Medicaid required documentation in a timely manner, as well as adhering to HIPAA practice policy and procedures through the use of an electronic record software system. Provides Transportation for villagers as assigned by Program Coordinator. Monitors Villager behavior and assists in developing positive behavior. Perform daily hygiene checks and provide hygiene assistance. Provide feedback for Individual Service Plan meetings for Villager’s, evaluating and giving input regarding Villagers’ progress and goal setting as needed. Shares information on skills attainment, behavioral problems, etc. for ISP input and daily goal tracking. Assists with upkeep of equipment, supplies and other operating materials. Assists in keeping facility clean according to Jackson House cleaning policy. Assists with planning and implementing special events, parties and field trips. Attends all required and assigned trainings, to include online training required by DBHDD and Annandale Village as they are assigned. Performance will be reviewed on a weekly basis by Program Coordinator, to include reviewing daily documentation and yearly using Annandale’s yearly performance review form. Performs other duties that may be necessary in the best interest of Annandale at Suwanee, Inc. to meet the personal service and care of the Villagers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements Ability to read, write, and speak English. Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands; use fingers; handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, and walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl. Employee is required to lift up to 25 pounds and/or move up to 75 pounds (with assistance). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Employee is required to transport (drive) and assist Villagers in and out of vehicles. Employee is required to perform CPR/First Aid. F/T Monday through Friday 7:30am until 4pm