Self Hired Support Staff

at  Halo Network Inc

Assist persons with developmental disabilities to take part in activities of their choice, to give a reprieve to the parent/guardian/caretake from caretaking duties while the individual takes part in the program that fosters the opportunity of learning through athletics, arts, crafts, and community involvement.

Responsibilities:

• Provide door-to-door transportation to scheduled activities (if applicable)
• Promote self-advocacy and choice
• Assist individual in making informed choices
• Promote self-determination and community inclusion
• Keep the individual’s aspirations the focal point of their actions
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure the health and safety of the persons receiving services
• Participate in the Life Plan meeting at least every six months (if applicable)
• As outlined in the Staff Action Plan (SAP), assist individuals in acquiring, retaining and improving self-help skills socialization, and adaptive skills necessary in the home and community-based settings

-Complete all services documentation under ADM# 2005 - 02

• Take all reasonable steps to ensure the health and safety of individuals

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years of age
• Computer knowledge, including but not limited to, Windows and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of general office procedures and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team with colleagues and other provider services
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to relate/work with diverse groups, community agencies, schools and the public
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on detail
• Ability to follow directions and strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to pass the NYS Justice Center fingerprinting requirements and background checks

• Provide door-to-door transportation to scheduled activities (if applicable)
• Promote self-advocacy and choice
• Assist individual in making informed choices
• Promote self-determination and community inclusion
• Keep the individual’s aspirations the focal point of their actions
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure the health and safety of the persons receiving services
• Participate in the Life Plan meeting at least every six months (if applicable)
• As outlined in the Staff Action Plan (SAP), assist individuals in acquiring, retaining and improving self-help skills socialization, and adaptive skills necessary in the home and community-based setting