Support Specialist Position Available In Alamance, North Carolina

Support Specialist Little Gerald Services

LLC – 4.0

Burlington, NC Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18 – $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Management Caregiving Working with people with autism Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Supervising experience Cultural diversity counseling Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description Direct Support Specialist Job Details If you are Looking to Make an

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Little Gerald Services is the place for YOU! We strive to create value for our clients by delivering programs and services that empower and support them in all aspects of life. Our goal is to meet our clients where they are and work in partnership with them to get them where they are trying to go. With adequate training and support, LGS fosters an environment where our valued employees can push themselves and make a real impact within our communities. If you are Committed to

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We’re committed to growing the capabilities of our people! We are continuously building a stronger learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Our employees and management team work together and share their knowledge to enhance each other’s growth as well as the growth of those we serve. What is a Direct Support Specialist? Direct Support Staff provide structured and scheduled activities for children and adults with a diagnosis of Mental Health and/or Substance Use disorders. Direct Support Staff provide individualized, client focused services that allow individuals the opportunity to learn to manage their own behaviors/recovery and advocacy process. Interventions are provided to enhance the development of natural supports, as well as coping and self-management skills. Interventions may also include supportive services to assist an individual in community re-entry following hospitalization. Support services emphasize personal safety, self-worth, confidence, and growth, connection to the community, boundary setting, planning, self-advocacy, personal fulfillment, and development of social supports, and effective communication skills. Services emphasize the acquisition; development; expansion of rehabilitative skills needed to move forward in recovery and improve daily life skills. Direct Support Specialists can work within various programs and services. •Experience with minor children is preferred. Experience with autism is preferred. A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Specialist can look like: Seeking and utilizing caregiver input and instructions in the appropriate care and supervision of the person served. Oversee and assist consumers with activities of daily living, leisure skills and self-help skills. Provide one on one supervision of client and ensure his/her safety at all times. Plan and implement age and ability appropriate activities. Direct Support Specialist Job Details Assistance may be required in the following areas: light housekeeping such as preparing snacks and clearing after snacks and activities. Attends all required trainings and other meetings deemed necessary directsupervisor. Comply with all state regulations, all agency policies and procedures, and HIPAArules. Maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning individual(s)supported. Exhibits professional behavior towards the individual(s) supported and their families. If you are Ready to Work, Basic Requirements include: High School Diploma or GED equivalent Valid Driver License Social Security Card Automotive insurance Car Registration Current TB Test Ability to pass a background check Other Documentation required by

LGS LGS Benefits and Perks:

We work hard to embrace cultural diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Little Gerald Services to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer social programs, flexible work hours, and work-friendly benefits to all of our employees. Supplemental Insurance through Aflac Career Growth Plans Paid Time Off for Full-time eligible employees Flexible Schedules Support for

Community Involvement Professional Development Ongoing Trainings and Supervision Team Building Activities and Social Events Referral Program Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Salary Range:

$18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Direct Support Specialist Job Details Flexible Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay Willingness to travel locally: 100% (Required)

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 – $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Burlington, NC 27215 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Burlington, NC 27215: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person