Staff Support Floater

CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN HUMAN SERVICES

This is the perfect role for someone who enjoys being a mentor, coach, and advocate and is able to provide flexible support to others in various work and program settings. If this is you, apply today! Partners In Progress is a non-profit agency offering further expanding services to individuals with disabilities. We are searching for compassionate and dedicated people to play a quality role in the lives of the individuals we serve. We will train the right candidates to fulfill the requirements of our direct care positions. Apply today!

Full-Time Staff Support Floater :

Provides direct support, guidance, job training and supervision to program participants in various program settings when regularly scheduled staff employees are unavailable. This is a highly independent position that requires staff who: have the ability to problem-solve; are sensitive to the needs and requirements of community employers/agencies; and will represent and maintain the positive reputation that the agency has built in the community. Independence, professionalism and the ability to quickly adjust to the needs of the organization are requirements for this position at all times and at all assigned worksites. Position is 37.5 hours per week, varying schedule that is typically Monday through Friday 8:00am-3:30pm but may include some evening and weekend shifts at times to meet the needs of the program.

Starting Hourly Rate :

$16.41 per hour.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma (or GED); One (1) year of experience working in human services required; two (2) years of experience working in direct care with MH/ID population preferred; valid driver's license with a satisfactory three (3) year driving history required. Background checks conducted at time of hire.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off, holidays, life and short-term disability insurances. Employer-sponsored health, dental, vision offered at 60 days with employer contribution towards costs. 401K plan with employer match. EAP program. Employee Referral Program. Tuition Assistance. Employee discounts.

Responsibilties:

1. Provides daily supervision of program participants while engaged in program activities, during breaks and lunch, and during arrivals and departures. Supervises extracurricular activities as necessary. 2. Monitors program participants' work performance to ensure quality control and demonstrates positive role-modeling by working directly with program participants in the performance of tasks. 3. Assigns and/or monitors program participants' activities and demonstrates positive role-modeling by working directly with program participants in the performance of activities. 4. Prepares supplies and sets up work or activity areas for program participants. Develops and implements necessary assistive devices as needed. 5. Assists with ambulating, toileting, transferring, feeding, meal preparation, clean-up and personal care. 6. Assists program participants with accomplishing goals as outlined in the Individual Support Plan (ISP). Provides support based upon familiarization with program participants' abilities, limitations and other relevant circumstances. 7. Records all tasks performed, goal achievement status and related observations on a daily basis. Submits pertinent data on a timely basis; including, but not limited to: production sheets, attendance forms, observation notes. 8. Attends and actively participates in program participant-related meetings, staff meetings and trainings throughout the year. 9. Assists program participants in dealing with life-management problems in coordination with program supervisor via counseling, discussions with family and other team members or referrals to other appropriate agencies. Assists with social integration and self-advocacy. 10. Safely transports program participants or supervises program participants during daily transportation when directed to meet program needs. Develops and enforces proper vehicle etiquette for program participants. Accurately completes transportation attendance forms. Completes transportation incident reports and observation notes as warranted. 11. When scheduled to work at agency work sites, follows directives and completes tasks as assigned by site location Managers and Supervisors. 12. When necessary, implements OVR Job Coaching Needs Determinations and Training Plans. 13. Is sensitive to the needs/requirements of community employers and is unobtrusive when on any worksite. 14. Accommodates the needs of PIP by maintaining a flexible work schedule to meet program needs and program participants' needs. An Equal Opportunity Employer Partners In Progress is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.41 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Drivers License with acceptable 3 yr driving record (Required)

Work Location:

In person