Supported Housing Specialist - Developmental Services Individual Supports
Company: Bay Cove Human Services
Location: Burlington
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Mission Statement:Bay Cove Human Services partners with people
to overcome challenges and realize personal potential. Job Summary:
Your position as an Individual Support Specialist supports this
mission as you provide the community based support and training to
adults with I/DD and Autism to maintain and/or develop independent
living. This is a non-exempt position. Supervisory
Responsibilities: None. Essential Functions of Position: Strict
adherence to program model including clinical, programmatic and
quality protocols (for example, staff & supervision meetings,
trainings, data collection, community relationships, as required).
Exercises strong clinical judgement in observing, supporting,
resourcing and communicating. Teaches and reinforces activities of
daily living (such as medication management, hygiene, cleaning,
personal property management, relationship development, budgeting,
transportation skills, and safety). Implements and develops program
activities to reinforce and develop skills which may include using
the teachable moment. Follows and implements all program safety
procedures including personal safety, crisis assessment,
prevention, and needed intervention. Maintains programmatic
documentation. Delivers supports and services in a culturally
sensitive and responsive manner. Provides accurate and timely
communication to Program Director regarding clinical, programmatic,
operational, or community changes. Provides specialized training
and instruction to individuals and coworkers (such as in the role
of Medication Officer, Human Rights Officer, Van Officer, Safety
Officer or Activities Coordinator) on an assigned basis. Performs
other duties and projects as assigned by supervising personnel.
Requirements for the Position: Bachelor's Preferred, experience
will be considered in lieu of degree. Department of Public Health
certification in medication administration is required. Applicants
lacking Medication Certification must become certified within 90
days of date of hire to retain employment. Required to walk up and
down stairs, provide emergency physical intervention as needed.
Certified in Prevent Training. *Applicants lacking Prevent
Certification must become certified within 90 days of date of hire
to retain employment*. Current driver's license and maintains a
safe driving record. Use of personal cell phone and personal
vehicle. A COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of the position.
One COVID-19 shot is acceptable, contingent on the individual
receiving the second shot within the allotted time frame. Mission
Traits: Utilizes a flexible and responsible work style that meets
evolving needs of the agency. Works with integrity and respects the
dignity and value of all individuals. Exhibits mission through job
knowledge, pride in work role, and advocacy. Promotes diversity and
inclusion of all individuals. Works in a collaborative,
compassionate manner with stakeholder/partners.
Keywords: Bay Cove Human Services, Boston , Supported Housing Specialist - Developmental Services Individual Supports, Other , Burlington, Massachusetts
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