Adult Day Training Specialist at Comprehend Inc.

Description

Job Description: Assist individuals with self-care, daily living skills, communication, behavior support, community living and social skills.

Role and Responsibilities

• Evaluates current skills and accesses training needs through observation and the use of objective tools.
• Implements training for participants to be able to participate successfully in community projects, associations, clubs, groups, volunteering in the community, and supported or competitive employment work experience.
• Provides support to individuals in the areas of self-care, daily living skills, communication, behavior support, community living, and social skills.
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with the ADT Coordinator to plan and implement daily activities and ADT schedule.
• Completes required ADT paperwork such as service registers, attendance sheets, behavior management reports, incident reports or evaluations, etc.
• Maintains communication with ADT Coordinator and Chief Clinical Officer-IDD to ensure services to participants are delivered effectively in the ADT program.
• Must have flexible schedule. Willing to cover shifts for other staff call-ins or days off.
• Ability to participate with scheduled outings or activities with participants.
• Other duties deemed necessary or assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment and random background checks and drug screen.

• High school graduate or GED.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Capability of lifting and positioning participants when needed.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Special Requirements 

• Must have valid driver’s license with satisfactory vehicle motor record and dependable transportation.
• Transportation of participants on occasion.

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