Direct Support Professional - Pre Voc - Full Time - Days

JOB TITLE

Direct Support Professional

CLASSIFICATION

Full Time, Non-Exempt

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT

Community Prevocational

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Supervisor Prevocational Services

POSITION SUMMARY

Assists people with disabilities to achieve their person-centered goals by coordinating and implementing prevocational activities that improve their work performance and prepare them for paid work or unpaid volunteer activity. Provides coaching and instruction in specific work tasks according to the plan goals designed to assist the person to maximize their independence through work experience, volunteering, and skill development. Ensures the safety and overall welfare of the people we serve by utilizing proper behavior management techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education, Training & Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent Driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Preferred Education, Training & Experience:

Experience working with people with developmental disabilities

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work cooperatively with all departments, levels of staff, and outside contacts Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing, and on the telephone Ability to work effectively without direct supervision Ability to effectively balance multiple tasks and ever-changing priorities Strong organizational skills Ability to be positive, outgoing and personable Ability to empower the people we serve to do for themselves

SALARY:

$16.96 per hour stating rate

SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 8am-3:30pm Full Job Description Available Upon Request Benefits - Intandem Contact us for more Information An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.