Daytime Direct Support Professional

Assessment-Activities Professional.doc Welcome to Annandale Village - Where Happiness Works Annandale Village is a one-of-a-kind nonprofit community in Suwanee, GA, where we proudly serve adults with developmental disability and acquired brain injuries. We are a true community where our residents, known as Villagers, are supported in living with dignity, purpose, and independence. We're the only nonprofit in the southeast offering a full continuum of care for the people we serve. Our 55-acre campus includes: Two assisted living buildings serving 33 Villagers Eight Personal Care Homes (independent, semi-independent, and cottages) serving up to 100 Villagers A 32-bed skilled nursing facility—the only one in Georgia dedicated solely to adults with developmental disabilities A Medicaid waiver day program with approximately 33 participants A community-based independent living program, All In, currently serving 26 individuals Annandale Village is synonymous with home. We're a place where Villagers and our employees alike find community, stability, and meaning. Why Work With Us? At Annandale Village, you're not just filling a role—you're joining a mission. Our team is made up of passionate, dedicated individuals who care deeply about the people we serve. Whether you're in direct care, nursing, administration, or support services, your work makes a lasting difference in someone's life.

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A supportive, mission-driven culture Strong onboarding and ongoing training Opportunities for professional development A workplace where you're valued and appreciated What Else Is Included at Annandale? Along with your base wage, you receive: Health, dental & vision insurance Free meal during your shift PTO (Paid time off) 403(b) Retirement Plan With a 3% employer match Training & growth opportunities Employee Recognition programs and team appreciation events Holiday Premium Pay For hourly employees: double time for major holidays worked For hourly employees: time-and-a-half on select days that matter to our residents and families—like Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day Annual pay increases based on performance Come grow with us - and learn why Happiness Works Here! Department Program Center Reports to Program Center Manager Position Purpose Responsible for assisting in all areas of Programs; including but not limited to: transportation for Villagers for work, shopping, outings, on campus transport, monitoring the cafeteria as assigned; and assisting Program Instructors. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required with experience with special populations desired. 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 Assists the Academic & Arts, Recreation, Music, and Vocational Instructors as needed in planning and implementing activities for the villagers. Assists with Saturday programming as assigned. Provides substitute coverage for Program Instructors during leave times, meetings, emergencies and/or vacancies as needed. Also monitors meals, field trips and special events as required. Provides transportation, on and off campus as assigned by Programs Center Manager. Monitors attendance and participation of day program participants. Monitors Villager behavior and assists staff as needed to manage inappropriate behavior; documents according to policy in the electronic record system. Helps Villagers with hygiene as needed. Provides input regarding behavioral support plans, goal attainment, and participation. Documents in the electronic record system. Assists with upkeep of equipment, supplies and other operating materials. Assists in keeping facility clean and safe. Assists Program Instructors and the Activity Coordinator with planning and implementing special events, parties and field trips. Provides monitoring at dining hall as assigned. Attends all required and assigned trainings and meetings. 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 count, add, and subtract Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 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.