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Position Title:

Community Inclusion Teacher Schedules are made monthly

Department:

Community Inclusion FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Reports to:

Community Inclusion Program Director Job Purpose:

To assist persons served with intellectual and developmental disabilities to access and become part of their community.

General Description:

Must possess good public relation skills, be able to be an advocate for consumers and help them reach their goals and potential. Be able to provide opportunities to become part of their community. Must promote and provide self-determination with all consumers.

Essential Skills:

Can you perform these essential skills? _____Yes _____No Do you need reasonable accommodations to perform these? _____Yes _____No If yes, please list the reasonable accommodations you need:

Competencies:

Building and Maintaining Friendships and Relationships

• Supports participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the development of friendships and other relationships. Provide Person-Centered Supports
• Provides services and supports using a person-centered approach. Understands the customer service role of a staff person in relation to persons served, and that persons served and their overall satisfaction are key determinants of organizational success. Supporting Health and Wellness
• Promotes the health and wellness of all consumers served by PCADD, both physically and emotionally. Participant Empowerment
• Enhances the ability of the participant to lead a self-determining life by providing the support and information necessary to build self-esteem and assertiveness on the part of the participant to make everyday life decisions to the best of their ability. Communication
• Is knowledgeable about the range of effective communication strategies and skills necessary to establish a working and effective relationship with the participant. Assessment
• Is knowledgeable about formal and informal assessment practices used by PCADD in order to respond to the needs and interests of participants. Community and Service Networking
• Knows the formal and informal supports available in the community, and knows how to assist participants in identifying and gaining access to such supports. Facilitation of Services
• Is knowledgeable about ISP planning and implementation methods and is skilled in implementing plans in a collaborative manner with other team members of persons served. Community Living Skills and Supports
• Has the ability to match specific supports to the unique needs of individual participants and recognizes the importance of friends, family, and community relationships. Education, Training, and Self-Development
• Is able to identify areas for personal self-improvement as a staff person, pursue necessary educational or training resources, and share knowledge with others. Advocacy
• Is knowledgeable about the challenges facing participants, and should be able to identify and use effective advocacy strategies to overcome such challenges that consumers face. Crisis Intervention
• Is knowledgeable about crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution techniques, and is able to match such techniques to particular circumstances and individuals. Organizational Participation
• Is familiar with the mission, vision, and values of PCADD as an organization and participates in the development and improvement of PCADD as an organization. Documentation
• is aware of the requirements for documentation of services within PCADD and is able to manage these requirements efficiently.

Employees shall receive training to develop competencies during their orientation period. It is not expected that employees will have all of these competencies upon hire.

General Expectations & Duties:

Job Requirements:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required Previous experience in working with persons with IDD preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands:

Occasional Reaching Above Shoulder Level Adequate Vision and Manual Dexterity Be able to physically pull, push or lift up to 30 pounds on a daily basis

Language Skills:

o Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Math Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide Ability to work with percentages and fractions

Work Environment:

The work environment can be busy or noisy depending on the environment, or working independent with the consumers either in community or in the consumer home.

Other Requirements:

Will obtain pre-employment drug screening, review and sign agency drug policy. Will need to provide proof of personal vehicle insurance. Will provide a valid chauffer driver's license once hired by PCADD, prior have valid driver license. Successful completion of a criminal background check. Be at least 18 years of age The family or individual will, whenever possible, be involved in selecting the Community Inclusion Specialist, particularly if the staff is to be providing services in their home. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals perform essential job duties and responsibilities, and working conditions outlined above; however, the qualifications must be met in order to ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals served. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable local, state and federal laws.

At Will Statement:

All employment at Pike County Agency for Developmental Disabilities is "at will", and that employment can be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at any time at the option of Pike County Agency for Developmental Disabilities or the employee.

Acknowledgement:

The employee's signature below indicates the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position. Must be able to bend, sit on floor, and get up and down readily to interact with consumers, as required by their needs. Must be able to drive independently if necessary, or with consumer (s) both locally and metropolitan areas.

Examples:

(Jefferson City, Columbia, St. Louis) Must have home telephone or cell phone in working order. Must obtain CPR, First Aid, Medication Aide Certification, Chauffeur's License and CPI. Must be able to be on time for work each day scheduled. Must notify supervisor 2 hours before scheduled to begin work if unable to work that day. Must be able to read and write legibly in complete sentences and use computer for Set Works. Be able to physically pull, push or lift up to 30 pounds on a daily basis Must be able to follow directions from supervisor and chain of command at PCADD. Must be able to work flexible schedules, including days, nights, weekends and holidays, last minute changes. Must be able to adapt to different sites and environments. Must possess good public relation skills. Must be able to demonstrate good work ethics. Must be able to use computer for daily documentation. Will seek out, encourage and participate in staff development in-services to broaden the understanding and growth of the program. Will attend all monthly, quarterly & ISP's as designated by the Program Director. Will assist in development of programs. Will assist in the assessment of consumer. Will maintain record and implement goals as set by the ISP team. Will attend staff meetings as designated by the Program Director. Will provide transportation to consumers in personal or agency vehicles when needed or by supervisor request. Must wear seat belt in agency or personal vehicles when working. Will help with janitorial/sanitation tasks as needed. Will respectfully and appropriately interact with the consumers at all times and provide protective oversight as required. Will keep assigned vehicle clean, vacuumed and washed, complete vehicle checklist by the 20th of each month as designated by supervisor. Will fill out and keep all documentation required by the Department of Mental Health, CARF, and PCADD to include: incident reports, medication sheets, attendance records daily, quality assurance checklist, staff notes, ISP documentation, time sheets daily, and outcomes. Use Set Works program to document on programs, purge book with updated information, filing current papers. Complete end of month checklist and complete individual life assessment by the consumers ISP meeting date. Will leave agency vehicle with ½ a tank of gas and all doors locked when finished transporting consumers for the day. Staff will complete pre trip inspection form each day on each vehicle you drive. Will complete maintenance request forms for vehicle repairs as needed. Will remain flexible and assume duties as indicated by the Program Director. Will help consumers learn necessary skills for activities of daily living while in the community. Will maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that promotes cooperation with consumers, their families, customers, co-workers and supervisors in all phases of consumer's services. Will provide opportunities to consumers to change their schedules services to meet the consumer's needs. Will assist consumers with hygiene and self-care needs as required. Will obtain a Medication Aid Level 1 certificate and administer medications as required by a Doctors order. Will support consumers to develop and maintain friendships, clubs, volunteer sites, or worship services that are important to them. Will support the emotional well-being and development of consumers, along with dietary needs. Will not engage in power struggles with consumers who resist or challenge requests or directions. Will guide consumer in transitioning from one activity to another in a positive manner. Will be professional and respectful during all interactions with all PCADD co-workers. Will attend required training that is designate by PCADD when offered. Will abide by the personnel policies and procedures of PCADD. Will provide information to supervisor of changes to consumer's services, needs, wants and staff schedules needs. Will be aware of consumer's mood and interact with PCADD philosophy. Will provide Community Inclusion services as specified by the ISP team based on individual need if requested. Staff must participate with individuals during an activity unless the ISP states different in the individual plan or the individual requested it. Will follow the Community Inclusion Team Charter.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person