The Rec Center - Direct Support Professional at Arc of Anchorage.

Anchorage, Alaska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Support, Coaching, Communication, Judgment, Listening, Flexibility, Documentation, Transportation, Life Skills, Social Interaction, Personal Hygiene, Teamwork, Adaptability, Instruction Following, Monitoring, Skill Development

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Opportunity: Our organization strongly believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. The Direct Support Professional provides support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to assist them in pursuing goals related to community activities, social interactions, essential life skills, and personal hygiene tasks. This position may work independently but maintains close contact with the assigned supervisor and the team. Essential Job Functions: · Assists, teaches, coaches, supports, and monitors the individual in activities of daily living and skill development · Transports and accompanies the individual to medical and other appointments · Accurately completes note entry and other documentation of the individual's programs and progress while participating in the development and implementation of the individual's service plan · Follows all policies, procedures, and guidelines of the program and the agency · Meets all applicable deadlines concerning incident reporting, documenting service delivery Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Be able to work effectively for and with individuals who have intellectual and behavioral disabilities · Ability to follow oral and written instructions, good communication skills, judgment and a willingness to listen · Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays Education and Experience: · High School Diploma or GED · One-year experience working with people who experience developmental disabilities strongly preferred Clearances: · Background checks as defined by licensing agencies. Current TB test/clearance, valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance may be required Physical Requirements: · Lifting ten to twenty-five pounds · Ability to see within normal parameters · Ability to hear within the normal range · Adaptability to a fast-paced environment Equipment Use: · Vehicle · Computer/ Tablet The Arc of Anchorage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Direct Support Professional assists individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living activities and skill development. They also transport individuals to appointments and document their progress.