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Direct Care Staff - Behavior Support Services
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$88,529 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Provides direct supervision, support, and training to adults with disabilities receiving services fromNVS. PRIMARY SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Days and hours may vary and include evenings, Holidays, and weekends, as needed.SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of the Day Program Services Site Supervisor as directed by the Day Program Services Program Manager.SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Is responsible to supervise individuals with disabilities.QUALIFICATIONS
High School education or equivalent. Current California driver's license, with an acceptable DMV printout and insurability. Ability to pass a DOJ criminal background check. Ability to pass CPR and First Aid course. Ability to be certified in all NVS intervention training including ProAct, Behavior Tools, PCM Practitioner Level 1 or 2 (dependent on location).DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows all procedures, policies, and guidelines of North Valley Services. Provides direct supervision to clients and maintains daily assigned scheduled activities. Participates in assigned client scheduled activities. Collaborates and works efficiently with others. Implements Individual Service Plans (ISP) (teaches skills and coping techniques). Provides support to clients in nutritional cooking program and meal preparation. Assists clients with personal care needs as required (i.e. toileting, washing hands, etc.) Provides transportation services (buses and/or vans) and assists individuals on and off buses and vans as needed. Performs daily documentation according to program guidelines. Assists clients with their individual personal needs as required. Assists in behavioral situations as they arise. Participates in agency sponsored trainings as required to meet mandated Continuing Education Unit requirements. Presents and maintains a positive and professional attitude and demeanor. Additional duties as assigned including, filling in at other sites or departments as needed.PHYSICAL DUTIES
May have prolonged sitting. May have prolonged use of computer. May have prolonged use of phone. May have prolonged driving. May have prolonged standing. May lift up to 30 pounds. May assist in lifting clients. Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel.STANDARDS FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE
Ability to effectively implement individual client plans. Effectiveness of operations responsibilities. Ability to work and cooperate with others. Ability to present and maintain a positive image.Benefits
- Dental Insurance