Direct Skilled Professional - AWC bei None

Position Summary: The Arc of Opportunity is looking for a caring and motivated support staff with the creativity to assist and support individuals to develop and practice the skills necessary to pursue opportunities in the community that interest and benefit them. The Direct Support Professional maintains positive, professional relationships with individuals served, families/guardians, peers, community partners and government agencies and assists in the implementation of Individual Support Plans for individuals based on assessments, objectives, and goals.

Location: Clinton, Massachusetts

Hours: Part-time position of 10 hours a week. Monday & Tuesday.

Rate: 20.40 per hour, mileage reimbursement at .50 a mile

Essential Functions:

· Actively advocates for individuals served and demonstrates agency mission and values in all interpersonal and professional relations

· Knowledgeable about community resources to better assist individuals served in achieving their goals while seeking to empower and enhance their quality of life

· Assists in developing and participating in pre-employment and employment activities including finding job leads, application process, interviews, and support individuals upon securing employment in the community.

· Conducts oneself professionally by maintaining respect, following regulations and agency policies and adhering to confidentiality requirements in all assigned duties

· Attends mandatory trainings and meetings as assigned and required. Maintains all required certifications.

· Demonstrates knowledge of and commitment to agency mission and fundamental values

· Cross functional communication skills, in written and oral English, which convey clear and concise information in a professional and respectful manner to individuals supported, family members/guardians, peers, government agencies, community partners and employees.

· Frequent driving of facility motor vehicles and vans/personal vehicle

· Additional duties as assigned

· Physical demands include: Frequent standing, pushing, pulling, walking, stooping, lifting and twisting

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED is required, experience in relevant field preferred

· A valid driver’s license and acceptable CORI/Finger printing and driving record are required at all times during employment with The Arc of Opportunity.

· Use of personal vehicles is required and must meet all state requirements to include valid registration, insurance, and safety standards.

· Must maintain and provide proof of minimum levels of auto insurance coverage as specified by The Arc of Opportunity.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; kneel, bend and carry items; and sustain periods of walking, standing, and sitting

· Ability to physically assist individuals according to their needs and perform physical restraint if necessary

Mental Requirements:

· Demonstrated superior communication skills, both in verbal and written English

· Functional and situational reasoning to follow policy, problem solve, exercise sound judgment, prioritize multiple tasks, and manage crisis

· Computer literacy skills