EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in a human service field such as sociology, social work, mental health, specialist education, rehabilitation counseling, nursing, or psychology is preferred.
• Any combination of equivalent experience and/or education as approved.
• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license, availability of an automobile and abilities to meet the criteria as set forth by the organization’s automobile insurance company.
• Passing score on the Medicaid waiver exam as designated by DBHDS.
• Maintains current CPR/first aid certifications and crisis prevention intervention trainings.

REQUIRED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SYSTEMS SKILLS AND PROFICIENCY:

Beacon Specialized Living Services (BSLS) uses a variety of information technology information systems including Microsoft Office 365 including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive. You will be responsible for learning and becoming proficient with these IT systems and others that BSLS may deploy or change in the future.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; abilities to communicate with a variety of people.
• Abilities to successfully work with different behavioral challenges and environments.
• Comfortable in high stress, fast-paced environments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

• Potential for physical aggression from residents exists. 
• Ability to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to bend, squat, stand, kneel, push, pull, walk, and reach above shoulder.
• Ability to speak, write and read the English language. 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 
  
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: 
Hours vary depending on the needs of the facility.
Travel:  
Travel to Beacon facilities may be required depending on the needs of the program.
  
Working Environment:  
Most of the job duties will be performed at a home-like setting or community facility with the potential of exposure to infectious disease. Universal precautions are required to minimize the risk of infections. Work sites may include locations that are not barrier-free. Duties are performed in an environment where there is potential for physical aggression from individuals.
  
Other Duties: 
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  
  
AAP/EEO Statement: 
It is the policy of Beacon to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Beacon will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. 
This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work required by the person assigned to this classification. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Other job duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the employer at the employer’s sole discretion. This job description may be amended at any time by the employer. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Department: Operations
Locations: Various Locations
Reports To: Operations Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Beacon is a successful and national private-equity backed behavioral health company providing residential-based services and supports to children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Severe Mental Illness, Autism, and high-acuity behaviors. All activities related to this position must be delivered in compliance with the company’s policies and procedures, accreditation standards, state, and federal licensing requirements, HCBS guidelines and the contractual requirements of Community Mental Health Agencies and other regulatory bodies. As a Beacon employee, you are expected to be aligned with the goals and mission of the organization, and to perform in accordance with our “I CARE” core values of the organization – Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In perso

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides support as necessary to ensure needs as identified by the individual and his/her inter-disciplinary team are met.
• Communicates and coordinates with families, members of the inter-disciplinary team (IDT), the individual’s day program and other providers of services and offers support as necessary and appropriate.
• Instructs, supports, and participates in performing household tasks with individuals such as cleaning, preparing meals, planning household budgets, food shopping, etc.
• Assists individuals to develop daily living skills by identifying and meeting social, environmental and health care needs through person-centered planning and self-determination.
• Monitors individuals to ensure they take medication as prescribed and teaches them how to take medication independently, may assist with medication administration when out in the community with the individual at a time when medication is to be taken.
• Performs crisis intervention; provides emergency counseling and assistance.
• Plan, coordinates and participates with individuals in person-centered community inclusion and leisure activities.
• Participates in assessment activities and on the IDT as appropriate.
• Transports individuals and/or provides mobility training to assist individuals to go to appointments, community rehabilitation program, grocery shopping, etc.
• Communicates and documents activities, progress, and behaviors of individuals as appropriate.
• Prepare food according to program developed menu, individuals’ likes and dislikes and doctor recommended diet.
• Attends staff meetings, training in-services, and house and program meetings as directed.
• Ensures program compliance with Beacon policies and DBHDS regulations.
• Inspects the home and reports repairs and maintenance needed.
• Ensures fire and other safety procedures area carried out as directed.
• Maintains proper sanitation and security conditions within the residence.
• Monitors activities of visitors to the home.
• Has up-to-date knowledge of Beacon policies and procedures.
• Provides direct care support to individuals supported by the program including transportation and applicable lifting requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to Beacon’s Mission, vision, and core values.
• Works a flexible schedule that may change or vary over time according to the needs of the program.
• Performs and/or assigns other related duties.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Potential for physical aggression from residents exists. 
• Ability to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to bend, squat, stand, kneel, push, pull, walk, and reach above shoulder.
• Ability to speak, write and read the English language.